When you are a diabetic wearing an insole or an orthotic is highly advisable. A good diabetic insole or orthotic can help reduce abnormal pressure areas that can lead to complications in a diabetic. A lot of times your insurance will pay for you to have an orthotic or insole. To find out see a Podiatrist. If not, there are some inexpensive alternatives for Diabetics when it comes to insoles and orthotics:
New Balance Pressure Relief Insole– This orthotic was manufactured with a diabetic in mind. This insole provides pressure relief in high pressure areas of a diabetic. This will help reduce stress and strain for the diabetic in high risk areas. Plus, this insole has the added benefit of having a company such as New Balance behind it.
Prothotic Plastazote Comfort Gel Insoles– If you are looking for an alternative to the New Balance consider these. Plastazote is the material that most diabetic insoles or orthotics are made out of. This orthotic will have the added advantage of comforming to high pressure areas in a diabetic’s foot.