Kim, I'm sorry to hear that you're in so much pain. I think that my mom also has this problem and she's been using the orthopedic insoles in her shoes and even in sandals for several years now. I know that if I wear sandals for too long or shoes that don't offer my feet much support that I'll also be in pain and my toes will hurt really bad. I hope you'll be able to find something that'll work for you.