Diabetic Footwear Built for Pain Relief

FAQs

• What are the signs of diabetic feet?

  It’s important to know the signs of diabetic feet so you can get the care you need in a timely manner. You might have diabetic feet if you experience the following:
  
  - Changes in skin color or temperature

  - Swelling in feet or ankles

  - Leg pain

  - Slow healing foot sores

  - Ingrown toenails, or toenail fungus

  - Dry skin and cracks in the foot, especially on or near your heel

  - Unusual or persistent foot odor

• How do I care for diabetic feet?

  Your diabetic feet need attention and care, every single day. If you take good care of your feet, you can prevent small issues from turning into more serious problems. To make sure your feet are getting the care they need, do the following every day:

  - Wash and dry feet. Apply lotion or petroleum jelly after drying your feet to prevent dry skin. Dust your clean, dry feet with non-medicinal foot powder before putting on socks and shoes. This keeps the feet dry and prevents moisture buildup.

  - Inspect your feet daily. Check your feet for sores, bumps, bruises, scrapes, or cracked skin. Also check for temperature changes, redness, or tenderness in the skin. Reach out to your doctor if you notice any sores or issues. Early detection is key.

  - Maintain your toenails. Check your toenails every day. Keep them trimmed and clean. Don’t let toenails grow into the skin of the toe, as this can cause ingrown toenails and infection.

  - Wear supportive footwear and clean socks. Wear well-fitting shoes, and never go barefoot. At home, wear hard-soled slippers to prevent sores or injury from stepping on small objects or uneven surfaces. Change your socks every day.

• What are the best shoes for neuropathy?

  The best men’s and women’s shoes for neuropathy cushion and support your feet without restricting movement. Look for shoes with a wide toe box that doesn’t pinch the toes together, a supportive sole with plenty of cushion and shock absorbency, and proper heel support.

  KURU shoes have anatomical arch support designed to address every foot concern—including painful neuropathy symptoms. KURUCLOUD is made of lightweight EVA foam to absorb shock and diffuse impact to joints, tendons, and bones. Our patented KURUSOLE protects and stabilizes the heel and provides dynamic flexion with each step. Our ULTIMATE INSOLES are made of dual-density foam that supports and forms to your arch to offer powerful bounce back and personalized pain relief.

• What is the difference between diabetic and peripheral neuropathy?

  Peripheral neuropathy affects the ends of nerves in the feet, legs, hands, and arms, and proximal neuropathy (diabetic neuropathy) affects nerves in the thighs, hips, buttocks, or legs.