| Diabetic socks are specially designed socks that | | | | the feet too tightly, reduce blood circulation. Their |
| help prevent foot ulcers in people living with | | | | coarse seams may also rub against the feet, |
| diabetes. These socks control moisture, which help | | | | causing the development of calluses and blisters. |
| reduce the risk of foot infection. They are made | | | | Diabetic socks, on the other hand, are |
| of wrinkle-free and seams-free fabrics that | | | | manufactured from combinations of acrylic, nylon, |
| reduce the pressure on the foot, thus preventing | | | | cotton and elastic fibers. These materials keep |
| blistering. The socks' loose tops improve blood | | | | the foot dry and cool and enhance wearer's |
| flow and also help those suffering from | | | | comfort. These socks keep the skin dry by pulling |
| neuropathy or nerve damage. | | | | away moisture from the wearer's skin. |
| Diabetic Socks: Foot Care | | | | Choosing the Right Diabetic Socks |
| According to the American Orthopedic Foot and | | | | It is better to consult a podiatrist before |
| Ankle Society, diabetics must be very careful | | | | determining the right socks for a diabetic. The |
| about their feet health. Since most diabetics | | | | best diabetic socks have stretch tops, and are |
| develop neuropathy or nerve damage, leading to | | | | non-cotton with antimicrobial properties. These are |
| the loss of feelings in the arms, hands, legs and | | | | also non-binding, which allows free blood circulation. |
| feet, they may not realize the seriousness of | | | | Diabetics can choose extra wide socks if there is |
| their injuries. This condition may lead to serious | | | | excessive edema. |
| health problems, since diabetics are also more | | | | These socks look no different from regular socks, |
| prone to infections. Since diabetics also suffer | | | | and are available in different varieties, such as mid |
| from poor blood circulation, the body's response | | | | calf or low cut. Although these socks come in |
| to skin damages is also compromised. | | | | different colors, it is better to wear white colored |
| Diabetic Socks: Features | | | | ones if there are any open wounds. Make sure |
| Regular 100% wool or cotton socks, which hug | | | | that the socks fit well without any constrictions. |