Preuss Podiatry fits custom diabetic shoes and inserts at our Louisville, KY and Floyds Knobs, IN offices. Are you someone who is diabetic and interested in diabetic shoes and inserts? Preuss Podiatry is here to help.
Why diabetic footwear matters
Orthopedic diabetic shoes and inserts are custom and are a protective measure used to prevent pressure points when walking. Pressure points can lead to wounds. As a diabetic, proper footwear and inserts are imperative in alleviating further complications.
With diabetes, nerve damage can make it hard to feel a blister or a sore spot, and poor circulation slows healing. The right shoes and inserts spread pressure evenly across the foot, reduce rubbing, and protect areas at risk of breaking down.
Who needs diabetic shoes?
Diabetic shoes and inserts are often recommended if you have diabetes and:
- Neuropathy (loss of feeling in your feet)
- Poor circulation
- Calluses, especially ones that keep coming back
- A past foot ulcer or amputation
- Foot shapes that are hard to fit, such as bunions or hammertoes
What makes a diabetic shoe different
- Extra depth to make room for custom inserts
- A wide toe box so toes are not squeezed
- Soft, seamless linings that don’t rub
- Inserts molded or made for your feet to relieve pressure points
Medicare diabetic shoes
Preuss Podiatry is one of the few offices on the Indiana side that still provides Medicare diabetic shoes. Medicare may cover one pair of diabetic shoes and inserts each year for patients who qualify. We help coordinate the paperwork with your primary care doctor.
How the fitting process works
- Your podiatrist examines your feet and decides whether diabetic shoes are right for you.
- We work with your primary care doctor on the paperwork Medicare needs.
- Your feet are measured, and inserts are made for your feet.
- When your shoes and inserts arrive, we check the fit and make adjustments.
Schedule an appointment
At any of the three Louisville, KY locations and the Floyds Knobs, IN location, the doctors can begin the process of ordering custom diabetic shoes and inserts. Call any office and book an appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Medicare pay for diabetic shoes?
Medicare may cover diabetic shoes and inserts for patients who meet its requirements. Call our office and we can tell you what applies to you.
How often can I get new diabetic shoes?
Medicare coverage is usually once per calendar year for patients who qualify.
Can I wear diabetic inserts in my regular shoes?
Custom inserts work best in shoes with extra depth. Your podiatrist will tell you what shoes to wear them in.
