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WHY DOES SOMEONE WITH DIABETES NEED SPECIAL SOCKS?
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While not all diabetics are required to wear diabetic SHOE
socks, people with diabetes are more prone to foot
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injuries and infections because of damage to their circulatory and nervous systems and even their immune
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Diabetic socks are designed to prevent the dangerous and deleterious
consequences that can develop as a result of these.

WHAT ARE DIABETIC SOCKS? 

Diabetic socks are specially designed to decrease the risk of foot injury, to offer maximum blood ow, and keep the feet
dry. Below is a list of the most important features to look for in diabetic socks:

1. Seamless: Socks with seams can rub against the skin and can cause blisters or ulcers, which may be harmful for
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diabetic feet.
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Ideally, the seamless design of the socks should feature an inverse linking, which keeps the ends of the toe-linking
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2. Non-constricting: The t of diabetic socks should be loose and non-constricting.
Tight socks can inhibit circulation, which might be HEELS/PUMPS
challenging for those who suffer from circulatory issues.
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3. Padding: Extra padding and cushioning for sensitiveINSOLES
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4. Warmth: Diabetes can cause blood vessels to restrict, 
decreasing circulation to the feet.
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Diabetic socks should be made from fabrics that keep feet warm help to improve blood circulation.
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5. White Sole: A white sole is important for people with compromised
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6. Moisture-wicking: Keeping feet dry helps preventing skin infections. Today, many diabetic socks are made from a
combination of materials such as acrylic, polyester, bamboo, and charcoal, which offer more moisture-wicking ability
than cotton socks.
7. Anti-microbial: This is an important feature for diabetic socks because it prevents bacterial and fungal growth in the
moisture prone regions of the feet.
8. Soft yarns: Diabetic socks are often made from ner texture fabrics out of materials that contain bamboo in order to
reduce rough abrasion and shear forces on the skin.

Even though diabetic socks are speci cally designed to meet the requirements for  comfortable and healthy
diabetic feet, anyone can wear these socks to bene t from their higher quality
and comfort. However, persons with diabetes will truly bene t from ALL the
design features as well as see a change in their lifestyles.
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DIABETIC SOCKS AND COMPRESSION SOCKS?
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Some diabetics may also require compression socks,SOCKS
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diabetic socks are not the same thing. INSOLES 
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While diabetic socks are designed to minimize pressure on the lower leg and foot, the
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main purpose of compression socks is to exert pressure
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increase blood pressure, which allows more blood
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(needed for the prevention of swelling and the formation of blood clots).
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Compression socks are tighter and more binding that diabetic and even regular socks.

We are proud to say that Orthofeet’s BioSoft socks meet all of the requirements for functional and
comfortable diabetic socks.

Feel free to visit our website and see our selection of high-quality diabetic socks for men and women.

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