Diabetic socks are socks that are made especially for diabetic individuals.
These socks are different from regular socks in the way that they are lightweight, loose fitting,
seamless, thick, non binding, and are outfitted with non-elastic top cuffs.
They protect a diabetic’s feet in several ways. For one, they protect from
ulcers and sores.
Two, they are designed to keep circulation flowing, and are made to fit just
tight enough to stay on, but are also made so that the sock will remain stretched over the foot,
preventing wrinkles in the fabric.
Diabetic socks are usually made from 100% cotton, synthetic fibers, or from a blend of both.
They help to reduce pressure and blistering. You can get just about any color, though it is usually
recommended that you get white socks so that if a wound were to open up, you could see it and stop it from getting
infected by treating it.
Some other features of diabetic socks include the following:
they usually have a top that is made of spandex instead of elastic to improve circulation;
they are made from fabric that is non-binding so that the fabric will not bind around the foot
and leg;
the liner of the sock is breathable so that moisture can dry up;
the heel and toes usually have extra padding;
there are no seams in the area of the toes;
the socks should perfectly conform to one’s foot; and finally,
the socks are made from a material that will stretch to accommodate swelling, as restriction of
circulation can be very dangerous to diabetics.
If you are planning on buying diabetic socks for you, make sure to talk to your doctor about
which kind to buy. The socks must be the
right kind in order to fully protect you from dangers associated with the feet and injury that can occur to
them.
