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Best diabetic socks?

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kingsiag

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Hello! First post here so I'm not sure if this is the right section.

I was just wondering what diabetic sock/brand you prefer?

All of the socks I've bought at local stores have always been a bit too tight & some of them even had a seam on the toe. Very frustrating!

I figured it's finally time to find a quality pair of socks that I can wear. I was doing a search online but there's so many and without being able to actually wear them I'm getting overwhelmed by the choices lol. I didn't think I'd ever have this much trouble buying socks, anyone else having this problem? lol

Anyway, if possible can you leave a link to the sock you prefer & a quick reason why? Like how long they last, comfort level etc?

Thanks!
Adam
 

Hello there. Do you have problems with your feet, meaning you have to wear diabetic socks, or are you playing very safe by routinely choosing them?
 
I have Medipeds socks, American brand I think, because my feet get cold during the winter and they seem to stay warmer with these.
 
I do a lot of walking, have found Bridgedale socks to be very comfortable for that purpose and have taken to wearing them almost all the time. They're not branded as "diabetic" socks, but they suit me very well plus I only got blisters last summer when it was really hot and I forgot to change them more frequently when out on a long walk.

They are also not cheap but are often on special offer in places like Cotswold Outdoors. I'm yet to wear a pair out in 4 years. I'd've got through loads of cheaper socks in that time.
 
I wear M&S boys socks because I have small feet and girls socks have pretty flowers on them.
I have found no need for diabetic socks (they would be difficult to inject )
 
I think I would prioritise properly fitting shoes over diabetic socks. That way you avoid pressure points, rubbing and pinching, and no need for expensive socks.

M&S socks are my favourites. Especially the ones with reinforced heels and toes and softly stretchy ankles.
Whenever I have looked at 'diabetic socks' I have recoiled in horror at the price and thought they were no better than decent quality, well chosen, ordinary socks, with double or triple the price tag.
 
I like M&S normal cotton socks as well, comfy, last fairly well, don't cost an arm and a leg.
 
I found some diabetic socks last year in Lidl I usually avoid anything " diabetic l" like the plague but these looked ok and were cheap so I bought a 2pack I wish I had bought more but of course they disappeared like the protein rolls never to be seen again
Carol
 
britishpub said:
Excuse my ignoraniasmus but what is a "diabetic sock"?
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My understanding is that it is a sock labelled ‘for diabetics’ with a significantly hiked price tag.
Selling points used to justify the increased price include soft stretchy ankles, cushioned bits and un-raised seams.

Of course, you can also find all those things in non-diabetic socks. At a lower price...

Anyone remember ‘diabetic chocolate’? This is my traumatised face: :***:
 
You could always knit your own for a perfect fit.
Way back in my youth I wore hand knitted socks for hiking and was always perplexed by the damage done to the feet of others by their footwear. There is quite a 'thing' for hand knitted socks these days - lots of patterns online.
 
I was advised to buy diabetic socks to reduce compression when my ankle swells (only one!) - I assume because they have less grip at the top. Not got any yet as, like the OP, searching hasn't helped me decide.
 
TriciaWs said:
I was advised to buy diabetic socks to reduce compression when my ankle swells (only one!) - I assume because they have less grip at the top. Not got any yet as, like the OP, searching hasn't helped me decide.
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TriciaWs, if you're looking for socks with less agressive stretch at the top then there are plenty of "soft top" socks around. To bo honest, that's what diabetic socks are, along with the flat toe seam, and maybe a bit of padding.

My locale is historically a home of hosiery manufacture, so you can imagine we still have plenty of specialist hosiery outlets and shops. As Brunnieria suggests, soft top sock = affordable. Diabetic socks = eye watering.

This company is local to me (I have no relationship whatsoever with them). https://www.hj.co.uk/ They do diabetic socks and soft top socks as well as other technical socks, so if you read some of their dialogue, it could maybe help you understand how they might be helpful, or not.
 
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