What a Diabetic/Wellness sock should do?
Enhance blood flow – this will allow the body to rejuvenate and protect the foot from infection, while increasing foot health and overall stamina. Have a loose fitting shin with even amounts of tension – this will ensure that there won’t be any pressure points that will restrict blood. The even tension (graduated) will help to prevent slouching. Have a light compression arch support feature – keeps the sock in place (protection from blisters), while allowing for a loose fit throughout the rest of the foot (i.e. loose toe bed). Moisture management – anything that absorbs water will act as a wet rag that will pickle the skin and make it soft and susceptible to damage. The wet sock will stick to the soft skin (chamois effect) and will transfer any friction created by the shoe directly to the soft wet skin. When skin is wet, it is also more prone to the effects of the cold. COTTON IS BAD!!!! It is a plant that absorbs a lot of water (proven at great length by both the Canadian and U.S. Mil
