Why do diabetics need special shoes?
Individuals with diabetes have to pay more attention to their feet because of all the health risks they are susceptible to. Diabetes can cause a number of foot complications, including neuropathy, peripheral artery disease, ulcers, and infections, due to impaired blood circulation and nerve function. Diabetic shoes play a major role in keeping these conditions under control and preventing other serious problems from occurring. Made with soft, breathable, seamless inner with no overlays or stitching to minimize friction, reducing blisters and sores from occurring. The shoes provide extra depth and width, especially in the toebox to be more forgiving to swelling and foot deformities like bunions and hammertoes. Pairing your diabetic shoes with very comfortable (HMO) Heat Moldable Orthotic or (CMO) Custom Modable Orthotics, which will promote proper alignment and stability, is a great combination. By wearing diabetic shoes, individuals with diabetes can minimize the risk of serious foot complications and enhance their overall foot health. Making an appointment with Dr. LaCava is crucial to finding the perfect shoe that has your foot deformities in mind and with the largest selection from multiple brands in Arkansas it will not be hard to find a pair of shoes that you will love.
DOES INSURANCE COVER MY DIABETIC SHOES?
To qualify for your insurance to pay for your diabetic shoes, you need to be diabetic and either have a foot deformity like a bunion or hammertoe, or you need to have a vascular issue like neuropathy, or all of the above. Per Medicare rules, every year you get one pair of diabetic shoes with 3 pairs of (HMO) Heat Moldable Orthotics, which are orthotics that we heat up and mold to the bottom of your feet, or 1-3 pairs of (CMO) Custom Moldable Orthotics, depending on your needs, that are orthotics that we can customize with cutouts or toe fillers to better fit your feet. Make your appointment with Dr. LaCava today!
WHAT BRANDS DOES DR. LACAVA CARRY?
Dr. LaCava has the largest selection of diabetic shoes in Arkansas. He carries brands Dr. Comfort, Anodyne, and Orthofeet, ensuring patients have a wide range of shoes to pick from to ensure that you walk out with something you love. From athletic shoes designed for active lifestyles to supportive boots and dress shoes. Whether it’s traditional lace-ups for a classic look, elastic laces for added convenience, or Velcro closures for easy adjustability, there’s a style to suit every individual.
