I suffer from foot pain probably linked to plantar fasciitis (not diagnosed but have the classic symptoms). I've been wearing these along with some other foot bandages roughly 23 hours a day, even while sleeping, and I've switched to tennis shoes instead of boots. While I still have pain, it isn't as severe as it was, and the pain is lessening every day. While these are not miracles, they have been a great help. Since these are black they probably would look weird with sandals, so I'd search around for some beige ones so they don't stand out as much. These are great, very comfortable (they aren't too tight), and very reasonably priced. Would buy again.