Re: diabetic friendly shoes?

On Thu, 30 Mar 2006 07:35:39 -0500, Susan <nevermind@xxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:

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Alexander Arnakis wrote:

Therefore, wear only closed styles. Avoid sandals and other "open"
styles. Circulating air might be nice in preventing athlete's foot,
but for a diabetic, mechanical injury is worse. Never, ever, go
barefoot, *especially* on the beach. The shoe soles should be thick
and sturdy; you're going to encounter sharp rocks, etc.

I just don't get this advice; I always wear open shoes or sandals in
warm weather, if I'm not plain barefoot. I have no healing problems,
and fungi are more likely to occur on feet that are always enclosed in
shoes.

Susan

Hello folks,

Susan has a valid point, I think, as well as those who advocate closed
shoes... Just as I would not advocate sandals for trail hiking and
mountain climbing, I should think that sandals would be very
appropriate for casual wear in situations where there are not so many
hazards to the feet. Sandals can offer significant protection and
comfort, while providing better ventilation to fungus prone feet.
Again, as in matters of diet, I suggest it comes down to the situation
and common sense.

Will, T2
.

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