My mother has diabetes, and her doctor advised her to use diabetic socks. We're a bit confused because we also saw compression socks. Are diabetic socks and compression socks the same thing or do they serve different purposes?
3 months ago
I bought both for my uncle last month. The diabetic ones are very loose and soft to prevent any cuts on his feet, while the compression socks are really tight to stop fluid buildup. They felt totally different to him.
8 months ago
Nahi yaar, dono bilkul alag hain. Diabetic socks toh kaafi loose aur soft hoti hain taaki blood flow na ruke, aur compression socks tight hoti hain swelling kam karne ke liye. Apne doctor se pooch kar hi lena, okay na?
7 months ago
I completely understand getting confused by all these specialized health terms, it used to stress me out so much. Just to ease your mind: diabetic socks are meant to be loose and non-binding, while compression ones are tight. You're doing great by checking first!
7 months ago
No, they aren't the same. Diabetic socks are loose so there is no pressure on the feet, while compression socks are designed to apply pressure. You can easily find both on Amazon, just make sure to buy according to your actual need.
6 months ago
I was actually researching this online for my grandfather! It turns out diabetic socks are loose-fitting and seamless to avoid any friction, while compression socks actually squeeze the legs to help circulation. They are opposite in how they fit.
4 months ago
They are different. Diabetic socks protect the feet from pressure, while compression socks improve flow by applying pressure. As someone dealing with high BP, I highly recommend discussing your specific foot and circulation needs with your doctor during your next visit.
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