Dr. Foot® Silver Protect Toe Socks – antimicrobial toe sneaker socks for protection at work and in everyday life
Knitido Dr. Foot Silver Protect® toe socks protect your feet from bacterial and fungal infections, as well as foot odor. Effective due to a secure cotton thread with a silver core.
The advantage of toe socks over conventional silver socks and chemical agents: the thread is effective throughout the entire wearing time, even in places that conventional socks cannot reach. This is because the silver remains in the cotton thread of the sock and only becomes effective through direct contact with the outer shell of the germs, i.e. only when it lies on the skin.
The advantages at a glance:
- certified antimicrobial, e.g. effective against foot and nail fungus and effectively against foot odor
- long-lasting effect
- works especially where conventional socks fail: between the toes
- easy and safe to use in everyday life and at work: put them on in the morning and you're good to go
- made of 87% cotton, suitable for boiling, washable up to 60°C
This is how Dr. Foot Silver Protect toe socks work:
Heel, toes and the spaces between the toes are particularly susceptible to germs. That's why we've incorporated a cotton thread with a silver core at the forefoot and heel. When the thread comes into contact with germs, it dissolves the outer shell of pathogens and kills them.
The interdigital spaces are particularly protected retreats for bacteria and microbes. Favored by the poor ventilation in the footwear, a warm and humid "greenhouse climate" prevails here with ideal reproduction conditions for germs.
Toe socks improve the foot climate considerably by widening the spaces between the toes. This change in the microclimate – less temperature and less moisture – worsens the living conditions of the harmful germs. The silver thread, which lies directly on the skin in the spaces between the toes, can combat the germs locally.
Frequently asked questions
When and by whom are silver toe socks most often used?
- for the prevention of infections, e.g. after visiting communal showers, public swimming pools, etc.
- for the prevention and control of foot odor, sweaty feet, and cheese feet
- in work shoes to avoid foot infections and odor
- in contact with patients whose immune system is weakened or who pose a risk of infection.
Are normal toe socks not sufficient?
Normal toe socks without silver fiber are already a step towards improving foot health because they
- widen the spaces between the toes and ensure a balanced foot climate and poorer conditions for germs.
- Bind sweat from the spaces between the toes in the fabric and thus "dehumidify" them.
- promote the holistic use of the foot and make the foot more resilient
Toe socks with silver thread have an additional antimicrobial effect by attacking existing germs.
How do silver toe socks differ from conventional socks with silver thread?
Conventional socks enclose the entire foot, but do not reach between the toes. As a result, the toes are pressed together, and ventilation and dehumidification of the spaces between the toes worsen. This retreat and protection space for microbes is spared by the antimicrobial substance, slowing down the active process and leaving a breeding ground for repeated infections.
Why is there no silver thread indicated in the material identification?
The European Textile Labeling Regulation does not provide any labeling options for silver threads in the material composition.
How often can I wash my Dr. Foot Silver Protect before they lose their effectiveness?
Tests confirm that even after 200 washes, 99% of the antimicrobial effectiveness is retained.
Are Dr. Foot Silver Protect available in retail stores or pharmacies?
No, so far we have been selling our products almost exclusively through online sales.
Are you a retailer and would like to offer your customers our silver products in your pharmacy, podiatry practice or specialist shop? You can find more information here.
Do you have further questions about this product? Please feel free to contact us by phone or email.
