Diabetes not only forces you to monitor your blood sugar levels closely but it also makes you work to keep the health of your feet up. Diabetic people routinely experience foot problems ranging for frequent injuries to poor circulation to festering wounds that get infected. In fact foot amputations are more common in diabetic than any other major group of people. Because of the common problems that so many diabetics have with their feet it is very important to take every precaution you can to promote proper diabetic foot care.
One of the best ways to promote better foot care is to wear the right socks and shoes. Diabetics slowly develop neuropathy over time. The many months and years of elevated blood sugar levels slowly degrade the sensation of the nerve endings in your feet. This causes you to feel less in your toes and feet and allows you to injure yourself more frequently.
deep diabetic shoes
Typically injuries aren’t the result of direct blows or scrapes they are often the cause of pressure points and skin irritation. In most people with normal sensation in their feet any kind of skin irritation is felt and the foot is adjusted to alleviate the irritation, in many diabetics however this irritation turns into blisters and sores. And because of poor circulation they can be very slow to heal. By wearing good diabetic socks and deep diabetic shoes you can limit the irritation on your feet that walking causes and fit custom insoles into your shoes for better fit.
Extra deep shoes for diabetics are especially good shoes to buy for this reason. You may find a normal shoes fits you well but if your toes are slightly bowed to one side or you have a slightly wider foot than normal these can become pressure points on the inside of your shoes and can work against you. Deep shoes make it easy to fit custom shoe insets into the shoe so that these pressure points are eliminated.
Propet Men’s Life Walker Strap Sneaker,Black,15 X (US Men’s 15 EEE)
- Rocker profile
- Padded collar and tongue
- Adjustable hook-and-loop closure
- Removable cushioned orthotic
- EVA midsole with durable arch support
Get your locomotion on with the Life Walker Strap sneaker from Propet®. Supple full-grain leather upper with tonal sticthing and athletic-inspired details for a clean aesthetic. Fully cushioned collar and tongue with adjustable hook and loop closure provides an easy yet secure wear. Removable cushioned orthotic with arch support conforms to the shape of your foot. Extended heel counter and built-in contoured heel stabilizer delivers support to maintain your sturdy stride. Lightweight molded EVA midsole absorbs shock to reduce leg and foot fatigue. Specially designed rubber outsole for durability and high traction to ensure sure-footing. Weight: 11 oz Product measurements were taken using size 8. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Propet Men’s Life Walker Sneaker,Black,11 M (US Men’s 11 D)
- Rocker profile
- Padded collar and tongue
- Extended internal heel counter for added support and stability
- Removable cushioned orthotic
- Molded EVA midsole with durable arch support
Heel-to-toe or toe-to-heel, the stylish Life Walker from Propet® is always a comfortable shoe! Supple full-grain leather upper with tonal stitching and perforations on the toe box for an athletic appeal. Padded collar and tongue with adjustable hook and loop closures offers comfort and customization. Removable cushioned orthotic with arch support conforms to the shape of your foot. Extended heel counter and built-in contoured heel stabilizer delivers support to maintain your sturdy stride. Lightweight molded EVA midsole absorbs shock to reduce leg and foot fatigue. Specially designed rubber outsole for durability and high traction to ensure sure-footing. Weight: 13 oz Product measurements were taken using size 9. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Wigwam Men’s Diabetic Strider, White, Large
- 45% olefin, 30% X2O acrylic, 25% stretch nylon
- Seamless toe closure
- Accepted by the American and Canadian Podiatric Medical Associations – non-binding leg and top with cushioned sole
- Machine wash warm do not bleach tumble dry low
- Made in USA
Patented moisture control system keeps feet dry Extra-relaxed fit in the legs Accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association Ultra-smooth Lin-Toe closure Non-binding leg Non-binding welt top Cushioned sole Y-heel pocket Ideal for diabetics, arthritics, and people with sensitive feet 1-Year comfort guarantee The Wigwam Diabetic Strider Sock, from the Wigwam socks collection, features a patented moisture control system that wicks away moisture and keeps feet dry and blister free. This Wigwam sock has a non-binding top that does not slip and extra-loose, non-binding legs from the ankle to the calf, which extend to the diameter of the individual leg comfortably. The Y-heel pocket is an anatomically correct design that holds the sock in place and fits the foot better, while the smooth toe inseam reduces irritation at the top of your foot. The Wigwam Diabetic Strider Sock is accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association and is ide
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