Diabetic Socks for Men

What makes these diabetic socks for men

A diabetic sock is built to avoid squeezing and rubbing. Mi Socks get three things right: a top band knit loose so it doesn't dig into your calf, a smooth flat toe seam that lies flat against your toes, and a terry-cushioned sole. The fabric is a breathable cotton-rich blend of 80% cotton, 13% polyester, 5% rubber and 2% spandex.

Many men also search for non binding socks for men or neuropathy socks for men. These are the same socks. If your feet are sensitive or numb in places, a soft sock without a tight band is a sensible pick, and checking your feet every day matters even more.

Sizing for men

Mi Socks come in M, L and XL. Match your US shoe size to a sock size on the sock size chart. Two tips: if you are between sizes, size up, and if your feet swell by the end of the day, size up too. A sock that is too small pulls tight across the toes, which is the opposite of what you want. Our guide on how diabetic socks should fit covers loose versus snug in more detail. If your feet are wide, see our guide to socks for wide feet.

Classic colors for work, prints for the weekend

For work and dress shoes, most men pick Black, Marble Grey or White. The Classic Mix packs have equal numbers of all three, and All Black is there if you want every pair to match. For the weekend, the prints add a little fun: Black Stars, Grey Stars, Dusk Blue Stripes and Blue Stripes.

White and light grey have a practical upside. The American Diabetes Association suggests white or light-colored socks, because a cut or drainage is easier to spot.

Crew or knee high with boots

Men's diabetic crew socks end at mid-calf. They suit sneakers, walking shoes and dress shoes, and they are the everyday length. Men's diabetic knee high socks reach just below the knee. If you wear work boots or tall boots, the knee high sits above the top of the boot, so there is sock between your leg and the boot shaft. In cold weather, the knee high also keeps more of your leg warm. Both lengths have the same loose top band.

How many pairs do you need?

Plan on a clean, dry pair every day, plus a few spares for laundry day.

• 3 pairs, $21.99 for crew ($7.33 a pair) or $22.99 for knee high ($7.66 a pair): try the fit before you stock up.
• 6 pairs, $35.99 for crew ($6.00 a pair) or $36.99 for knee high ($6.17 a pair): a full work week, plus a spare.
• 12 pairs, $64.99 for crew ($5.42 a pair) or $67.99 for knee high ($5.67 a pair): laundry every week or two, and the lowest price per pair.

Every pack ships free in the US. Comparing brands first? Read our guide to the best diabetic socks for men, which looks at fit, fabric and price per pair.

Each pack is one length and one size. Want both? Add a Crew pack and a Knee High pack to your cart. Orders of $19 and up ship free, so any two packs ship free together.

To keep them soft, machine wash cold on gentle and hang dry. Skip bleach and fabric softener.

A note on foot care

Mi Socks are non-compression comfort socks, not a medical treatment. If your doctor has prescribed compression stockings, keep wearing those. Check your feet every day, and see your doctor or podiatrist about any sore that isn't healing.