Socks for Diabetics

Over the years I have been searching for the perfect diabetic socks most gentle for my feet. For someone who developed Type II diabetes at 55, the many changes and adjustments I have to go through to make sure I have my condition in control, could get overwhelming at times. I must say I am on top of things though. I do everything my doctor tells me and I take my medications on time. It took me a while to get used to the regular sugar tests and all, as well as my regular visits to the podiatrist, but hey, I had to do what’s necessary. Else, I would be putting myself at risk to the many complications my condition could lead to. My doctor told me how these complications could be avoided by protecting myself. And that’s exactly what I’m doing.

As the first-line defense from foot injury, diabetics like me should pay extra attention to the kind of socks we wear. At the beginning I thought all diabetic socks are the same and got myself the very first pair of socks I came across with. Little did I know that diabetic socks could come in many forms, just how regular socks do. From ankle socks, low cut, quarter crew, regular crew cut, below the knee, knee-high, the options are really vast. But apart from the lengths, you would also find non-compression diabetic socks, anti-neuropathy diabetic socks, compression socks, anti-fungal diabetic socks and God knows what else is out there. After a few trial and error, I stuck with diabetic crew socks as I find the length just around my calf most comfortable and is exactly what I wanted. I somehow don’t feel too protected with low-cuts and ankle socks, and I don’t like folding the longer ones either.

So, after trying out a few brands, I have decided on my new favourites. My first pick, FootSmart’s Extra Roomy Diabetic Crew Socks. I’ve heard people buy this one to use over casts or something, the extra room do come in handy. But personally, it’s non-binding and ultra-stretchable qualities are exactly what I need to make my feet feel comfortable and fresh. It has some anti-microbial properties supposed to control foot odors, and even I do not have odor problems, I feel good knowing it inhibits bacterial growth on my lovely toes. In case you wanna check it out, here’s where you can find it:

FootSmart Men’s / Women’s Diabetic Extra-Roomy Crew Socks

New Balance Lightning Dry Diabetic Crew Socks. You won’t believe how soft these socks are. The extra cushion on the footbed makes them perfect to wear when I go out walking in mornings. No matter if I have them on for hours, I never experienced any irritation at all as these socks are designed not to have any seams. Since it is non-binding as well, I could get to enjoy flexibility of movement. This one I recommend. Check them out at:

New Balance Unisex Lightning Dry Diabetic Crew Single Pair Sock

The Arriva Medi-Tec Diabetic Holofiber Crew Socks, like my two other faves, are unisex as well. But this one’s interesting. The Holofibers it contain are said to naturally respond to light and has some really positive effects on the circulation. I do not really notice the difference, but somehow I feel good having them on knowing they would benefit me such way. In case you’re curious about the socks’ scientific claims, and want to try them on yourself, here’s where I ordered them:

Arriva Men’s / Women’s Medi-Tec Diabetic Holofiber Crew Socks

There are more diabetic socks out there, but from everything I have personally tried, these three are the ones I can truly recommend.

Of the many conditions concerning diabetics, foot health is of major importance. Anyone who has diabetes knows that protecting the feet is a great priority for them than those without the condition. As my husband is a diabetic himself, I am pretty much involved in keeping his feet and toes in top shape. I guess it’s true that the podiatrist becomes the best friend for diabetes sufferers as they truly help look after those sensitive feet. Developing diabetes sort of took care of my husband’s being stubborn as he started paying attention to everything his doctor says. Checking his toes and feet became a part of his daily routine. Though my husband knows that no one can protect his feet better than himself, he is confident that I always have his back. I found myself more cautious about the kind of footwear I buy him. I also went through a great deal of experimenting on different diabetic socks on the course of finding the one that would best work for him.

Diabetic socks do not really look that different at all from regular socks. I guess the difference is felt once you put it on. Truly, these things are a lot more comfortable and do not irritate your skin at all. Well, that’s how diabetic socks are supposed to be. Unfortunately there are some that didn’t do any good for my husband’s feet at all. As I was in search for diabetic dress socks for my husband to wear to the special functions we regularly go to, I came across

ECCO Men’s Coolmax Dress Sock

as per recommendation of this lady from the footwear department. There are quite a few color choices, all which are appealing, but I got the Navy coz it’s what goes well with my husband’s suit. They did look pretty decent, and I have to say really stylish. He loved how they felt as he put it on. It has hand-made seams that didn’t bother him for a while, but eventually he stopped using it coz they leave marks on his feet everytime he takes them off. We don’t wanna wait for the time he starts forming blisters.

I know somebody who has diabetes as well and suggested that I let my husband try the Wigwam Men’s Diabetic Socks. These socks are incredibly comfortable, so my husband says, and stays that way no matter if he has them on the whole day. They fit nicely and the stretch seem to have helped a lot promote circulation in his lower legs. It’s a bit expensive but they do take care of his feet well, so I ordered an extra pair in a different shade. Check out

Wigwam Men’s Diabetic Walker Crew Length Sock

I also got my husband a pair of the Simcan Men’s Tender Top Diabetic Socks I guess because I liked the way it sounded. They’re very affordable so I don’t have much to lose if they’re no good. But my husband loved how these things hugs his skin just right and the material it’s made from is so breathable. They stay up the way they’re supposed to and it’s quite impressive for a seamless socks. By the way, this one’s unisex. Look up

Simcan Men’s / Women’s Tender Top Diabetic Socks

He is keeping a pair of Foot Galaxy Diabetic Socks as well. You won’t believe how soft these socks are, I tried them on myself. My husband says they do a great job in keeping his feet dry. He uses them to walk around the house to make sure his feet are protected, but he hasn’t really tried them on with closed shoes. Look up

Foot Galaxy Premium Quality Non-binding Diabetic Sock

There are quite a lot more options out there, but I prefer to stick to the ones I’ve tried and proved to be gentle to my husband’s feet. I want his socks to take care of his feet the way I look after him. What might have worked for my husband may not be that appealing to others, but I advice to pick the right size to make sure you experience the intended effect and not to aggravate circulation problems in any way. If you’re the athletic type, go for the cushioned designs. Be watchful and make sure you read labels, the compression diabetic socks are only for those who need it. I made the same mistake once myself. But remember, even the kind of diabetic socks you wear needs to be discussed with your doctor to make sure what you have on are exactly what you need.

Peripheral neuropathy constitutes a wide range of disorders in the body due to damaged nerves that are intended to serve as communication between a person’s brain and the rest of the body. The injury to these nerves results to a miscommunication between the brain and certain body parts, leading to weakness and numbness most especially to the person’s extremities. It leaves a person with some tingling sensation and sometimes with an unexplainable pain on the toes and feet. So many factors cause the development of peripheral neuropathy. Guillain-Barre, leprosy and certain viruses could result to the condition. However, many instances of peripheral neuropathy more particularly affecting a person’s feet are due to Diabetes, where its disease process causes pre-disposing factors to its development.

The biggest disadvantage posed with peripheral neuropathy is the person’s lacking ability of becoming aware of injuries occurring to his feet. Unattended injuries become infected and complications would develop. Since diabetics are at higher risk for developing peripheral nerve damage, this could be very detrimental as diabetic wounds are mostly non-healing, making them more prone to amputation. For people suffering from peripheral neuropathy, special care for the feet is of crucial importance. Special socks are designed to provide relief and the extra needed protection to prevent injuries. Peripheral neuropathy socks intend to provide extra comfort, pressure relief and safety.

Peripheral neuropathy socks are made with the proper fit. Tight regular socks would impede circulation further and is never recommended. These special socks also provide the needed warmth on cooler nights with their well-chosen materials. With the constant search for solutions to peripheral neuropathy, special socks made from Bio Ceramic-infused polypropylene fibers are also developed. This material is known to emit beneficial infrared rays to the feet and greatly improves the circulation, thus benefiting those with peripheral neuropathy. Electro massage devices are also developed for the condition, and along with that, electro conductive socks were manufactured to get the most advantage from the device. These peripheral neuropathy socks are laced with silver to conduct the device’s electrical massage and muscle stimulations.

The goal of peripheral neuropathy socks is to relieve the symptoms and to arrest the progression of the condition. As a supportive measure in peripheral neuropathy management, they have proved very helpful in proving relief and improving blood flow. With the benefits it provide to those with the condition, it is greatly considered a simple, convenient, safe and affordable solution.