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Alps Diabetic Shoes and Inserts

We have staff qualified to perform foot assessments and properly fit diabetics with extra-depth shoes and multi-density inserts.

We can help you get a prescription from your doctor and find out if your insurance will cover Diabetic Shoes and Inserts - in many instances, shoes will be little to no cost to you, depending upon your insurance coverage.

Start feeling better and doing more - let Alps put a spring back in your step!

Pharmacy Hours: Store Hours

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm / Saturday 8:30am - 3:00pm / Sunday Closed

2650 W. Kearney, Springfield, MO 417-865-1547

At Alps, we carry three brands of shoes and inserts. The shoes are actually molded to fit your feet, ensuring a perfect fit and comfort while giving the diabetic the crucial support you need.

Because of emerging technology, our shoes are stylish and carry the look of the most recent styles and trends in footwear.

Diabetic Shoes with Custom Molded Inserts

Diabetic Socks - Why they are so important to your health

Many complications of diabetes involve the feet. While diabetic socks cannot prevent all of these problems, they can help with a lot of them. Proper supportive socks can help prevent blood collecting in the feet and lower legs, which can lead to injury and infection in the diabetic. Diabetic socks which help cushion the feet and protect them from rubbing on the inside of shoes can help prevent pressure ulcers and blisters. Many diabetic socks are designed with minimal or no seams, to prevent friction injuries as well. Socks which both absorb moisture and keep the feet warm can help prevent fungal infections and encourage good circulation.

One of the most common features to look for in diabetic socks are ones which extend to the knee, and provide firm support to the lower leg. Poor circulation contributes to many diabetic foot and leg problems, including slow healing of injuries, bruising, and damages arteries and nerves. Well-designed diabetic support socks help prevent blood pooling in the feet and lower legs, which alleviates many of these problems.

Because of dry skin and nerve problems caused by diabetes, skin injuries are common. Shoes and socks which rub against the feet can cause blisters and ulcers which are very slow to heal, or develop serious infections. Diabetic socks should be thick and well padded, to help cushion the foot from pressure ulcers and prevent friction injuries from shoes. The best options in diabetic hosiery also avoid any seams which may rub against the toes or calves. Because of common loss of sensation in the feet with diabetes, damage caused by friction from socks or shoes may not be noticed until an actual injury is caused. Prevention is the best option.

Diabetics are also prone to infections in damaged skin, and fungal infections of the feet and toes. When looking for quality diabetic socks, try to find brands which absorb moisture well, to help prevent such problems. Good quality warm socks will also help improve circulation, which greatly helps healing time if problems do occur despite your best efforts.

Alps carries a full-line of diabetic socks to fit your needs. We can counsel you on ways to keep your legs and feet safe while keeping you active and comfortable.

Name: Victor King, Certified Pedorthist, Registered Pharmacy Technician

Training/degree: Certified Pedorthist, Registered Pharmacy Technician

Speciality: Therapeutic Shoes for Diabetics

Why do you like working at Alps?

I enjoy working with people in a position that can help improve their quality of life.

What’s are some of your favorite parts of working for a pharmacy?

I enjoy the fast pace ever changing daily challenges.

Name a triumph you have had while at Alps?

Working full time and passing the State Certification to become a Pedorthist

What do you hope to accomplish?

I hope to enhance the quality of each of my patient’s lives. And bring a smile to their faces.