Whats That About Socks?
Ask any athlete feet take a real beating in most sports. And the right socks go a long way in warding off the biggest problems. Like blisters, for example. Here’s what Men’s Health magazine has to say: Friction blisters are the bane of an athlete’s feet. But you can protect the bottoms of your feet from blisters by wearing acrylic socks, according to Bryan P. Bergeron, M.D., a Massachusetts physician and triathlete. These synthetic socks are superior to cotton socks because they’re made in layers designed to absorb friction and reduce the sheer force on the skin . (Fitness Bulletin # 373) Polyester, nylon, olefin and spandex are also widely used by athletes in all high-energy sports. The June, 1997 issue of the Wellness Letter of the University of California at Berkeley notes the importance of wearing socks that wick away moisture. Only synthetics have that capability one reason they are universally used in professional sports. A February, 2006 Associated Press article titled “Sweaty C
