http://www.smoothtoe.com/medical-socks More Information About SmoothToe Socks Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:58:32 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Hi. This is Nate with SmoothToe.com, and today's question is, "Is there a sock that will help prevent skin breakdown and blisters?" And the answer is "Yes." So how do I prevent skin breakdown? First, at all costs, you must avoid cotton socks. As I'm sure you know, most ... http://www.smoothtoe.com/medical-socks/diabetes-faq/faq-5-is-there-a-sock-that-will-help-prevent-skin-breakdown-and-blisters/ Hi. This is Nate with SmoothToe.com, and today's question is: "Is there a sock that will help increase circulation to my feet?" And the answer is "Yes!" But first, let's get to the facts! People who have diabetes will have poor circulation. If you have poor circulation, that means it ... http://www.smoothtoe.com/medical-socks/diabetes-faq/faq-4-is-there-a-sock-that-will-help-increase-blood-circulation-to-my-feet/ Hi. This is Nate with SmoothToe.com, and today's question is, "Should my diabetic socks be made of natural fibers, such as cotton?" And the answer is "No!" So why not natural fibers? Socks that are made with natural fibers will retain their moisture when they get wet. If your ... http://www.smoothtoe.com/medical-socks/diabetes-faq/faq-3-should-my-diabetic-socks-be-made-of-natural-fibers-such-as-cotton/ Hi everyone. This is Nate with SmoothToe.com, and today's question is, "Are seamless socks recommended for diabetic foot care?" And the answer is "Yes!" Why is this important? Socks that have seams can cause friction. That friction will lead to blisters and ulcerations. It is very important ... http://www.smoothtoe.com/medical-socks/diabetes-faq/faq-2-are-seamless-socks-recommended-for-diabetic-foot-care%c2%a0/ Hi everyone this is Nate with SmoothToe.com, and today's question is, "Should diabetic socks be well padded?" And the answer is "Yes! Most definitely." Why is this important? Well there's two reasons: For one, diabetic socks need thick padding from the heel to the toe. This ... http://www.smoothtoe.com/medical-socks/diabetes-faq/faq-should-diabetic-socks-be-well-padded%c2%a0/