Friday, March 17, 2006

Diabetic Socks - Diabetic Sock Store for Comfort and Health

Diabetic Socks - Diabetic Sock Store for Comfort and Health

Diabetic Socks - Comfortable Socks for Sensitive Feet
U.S. Diabetes Statistics:
An estimated 18.2 million people in the Unites States have diabetes6.3% of the population — have diabetes. Diagnosed: 13.0 million people Undiagnosed: 5.2 million people
About 60% to 70 % of people with diabetes have mild to severe forms of nerve damage
Nerve damage is the major cause of foot problems in diabetics, as it inhibits the ability to feel pain, allowing some foot injuries to go undetected, which can lead to infection and occasionally amputation
More than 60% of non-traumatic lower-limb amputations occur among people with diabetes
Most diabetics can avoid serious foot problems by taking care of their feet, following a daily routine of care
In 2000-2001, about 82,000 non-traumatic lower-limb amputations were performed annually among people with diabetes.
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Solutions for Sensitive Feet

We have the largest online selection of diabetic socks and socks for sensitive feet. Below you'll find seamless socks, loose, non-binding socks, cotton socks, and diabetic socks with mild support - our Sensifoot socks from Jobst. All of these styles have been designed for people with sensitive feet due to diabetes, arthritis, and foot pain.

Although these socks are often labeled "Diabetic Socks", we prefer to refer to them as our socks with a purpose - comfort!

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