HEALTH: ROLE OF FOOTWEAR IN DIABETES

The feet care is prime concern for the diabetics and their medical practitioners. Those who having neuropathy and sensitive feet need special foot care and to serve this purpose they need special class footwear, which are available now under the categories like therapeutic footwear and diabetic shoes. As the awareness in particular communities is still low, so, only the selected outlets have this range of shoes. Still, if you are looking medical footwear to deliver extra safety and comfort, numbers of sources are easily available; even some, stores specialize in medical grade footwear in India.
The importance of footwear in diabetes or other medical complications has great importance for the professionals who are associated with the cure of diabetic feet and other foot problems. Internally seam less, minimal joints, extra depth Diabetic Shoes are designed to serve the ultimate safety and comfort to the sensitive feet; so, these are made of breathable soft material. The sole of this class footwear plays very important role by extending the firm grip even on uneven surface. The bottom surface of feet never experiences pressures even after long moves. Many people purchases therapeutic footwear as diabetic footwear, while there is a thin line between the both. Therapeutic shoes are designed to deliver the benefits of massage also besides delivering comfort by accommodating congenital and developed deformities.
Research indicate that the diabetics know about the diabetic and therapeutic shoes but they do not use these because of their misconception that therapeutic or diabetic footwear are not as fashionable as they want. Today, numbers of companies in India are stepping in to this field; and, this is a good sign for the fashion conscious buyers. Any premium brand associated with diabetic or therapeutic footwear combines the fashion and needs perfectly whether you are looking for sneakers, sports shoes, dress shoes or fashionable casuals.
Key aim for searching the therapeutic or diabetic shoes is comfortable rehabilitation of diabetics. Many manufacturers offer customization facility also that allows the users to forward the size and other buying parameters. The consultants of particular brands get in touch of buyer to confirm the buying parameters; and after finalization, they finalize the design. However, the accurate size of parts of feet is very crucial to expect desired comfort level. Inserts are also available with diabetic footwear to adjust the minor gaps. The lace tongue, heal, sole and toe box shape are the key areas to be focused. Only the buying of selected brands of Dab shoes makes you eligible for these kind of special footwear .
 Many diabetics need special footwear prescribed by a physician. Prescription footwear includes: Extra Depth Shoes:The extra depth shoe is the basis for most footwear prescriptions. It is generally Derby/ Oxford-type or athletic shoe with an additional 8 mm to 12 mm of depth throughout the shoes with Velcro closing, allowing extra volume to accommodate any needed inserts or orthoses, as well as deformities commonly associated with a diabetic foot. In-depth shoes also tend to be light in weight, have shock-absorbing soles, and come in a wide range of shapes and sizes to accommodate virtually any foot.
•Healing shoes: Immediately following surgery or ulcer treatment, special type of shoe may be necessary before a regular shoe can be worn during the treatment. These include custom sandals (open toe), heat-moldable healing shoes (closed toe) and post-operative shoes.
•External shoe modifications:This involves modifying the outside of the shoe in some way, such as modifying the shape of the sole or adding shock-absorbing or stabilizing materials.
•Orthoses or Inserts: An orthoses is a removable insole which provides pressure relief and shock absorption. Both pre-fab and custom-made orthoses and inserts are commonly prescribed for patients with diabetes, including a special total contact Insoles, which is made from a model of your foot and offers a high level of comfort and pressure relief.
•Custom-Made Shoes: When extremely severe deformities are present, a custom-made shoe can be constructed from a cast or model of the patient's foot. These cases are rare. With extensive modifications of extra depth shoes, even the most severe deformities can usually be accommodated.
Taking good care of your feet means making sure you have the right foot wear. Whether you have been recently diagnosed or have had diabetes for many years, proper footwear can help prevent serious foot problems. Be sure to talk to your physician (Foot care Specialist) about the type of shoes, modifications and orthoses that are right for you.
Suresh Gupta