Tuesday, May 09, 2006

A Diabetic Sock Designed to help Prevent the Foot Problems



176 million people around the world have diabetes—a number that is expected to increase to more than 333million people by the year 2025. Among the many health complications faced are feet problems. Poor blood flow and/or nerve damage brought on by diabetes can make everyday foot problems into something far more severe. In order to prevent such problems from occurring, a daily foot care routine and an appropriate pair of socks are essential.

Introducing SensiFoot,
the diabetic sock designed to meet the unique needs of people with diabetes. SensiFoot, brought to you by the professionals at JOBST®, combines the comfort of an everyday sock with protections ‘regular’ socks cannot provide. Extra padding in the foot, heel,
and toe reduces friction, which provides extra comfort and protection. A nonirritating, smooth toe seam reduces pressure and irritation on toes and acrylic multi-fiber yarns wick away moisture to keep feet comfortable and dry.

SensiFoot
offers an antibacterial/antifungal finish that inhibits the growth of bacteria and fungi on the sock to help prevent odor as well as non-constricting, mild compression (knee and crew styles only) to keep the sock in place.

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