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Toes and Socks!

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭

My socks are driving me nuts!!

I swear my little toes feel like there's a seam bothering them.

I take the shoes or slippers off and check. Nope! Seams are fine! Not rubbing! Put the socks and shoes back on. Same feeling!

Is it just the Rheumatoid Disease?

Does anyone else deal with this?

I think maybe my little toes are tending to roll or tuck under and maybe that's why it feels like sock seams. Am I alone in this feeling? I'm curious!

February 22
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Members strongly validated the frustrating experience of socks feeling irritating due to toes curling under, with many sharing that they are... Read more

Members strongly validated the frustrating experience of socks feeling irritating due to toes curling under, with many sharing that they are not alone in dealing with this rheumatoid arthritis-related challenge. Several members offered practical solutions, including diabetic socks with no seams or stretchy tops, gel toe separators or stabilizers, turning socks inside out, wearing World's Softest brand socks, Smartwool zero-cushion socks, or even leg warmers as a creative alternative to traditional socks. A recurring theme was the additional complication of neuropathy causing bug-crawling sensations, the difficulty of finding socks that balance comfort with warmth and cushioning, and the collective relief in discovering a community that truly understands these daily struggles.

A myRAteam Member

I have very sensitive toes, and I have to wear socks so that they don’t hurt from rubbing against the sheets. I have discovered a brand of socks that are beautiful and very soft! Here is the link:

https://shop.app/m/j372zy5h9q?utm_source=shop_a...

They are called World’s Softest. They are kind of pricey, but I wash them in cold water and hang them to dry, and they seem to hold up beautifully. I buy them on the Shop app.

https://shop.app/m/j372zy5h9q?utm_source=shop_app&utm_medium=shop_app_share&utm_campaign=share_store&link_alias=BBAqHwWeRb9Mk
https://shop.app/m/j372zy5h9q?utm_source=shop_app&utm_medium=shop_app_share&utm_campaign=share_store&link_alias=BBAqHwWeRb9Mk
February 23
A myRAteam Member

It may be as simple as a deficiency in one of the B vitamins causing your skin to be hypersensitive.

March 4
A myRAteam Member

Thanks @A myRAteam Member for telling me you experienced what I am dealingwith.

Tomorrow the little toe gel things that @A myRAteam Member mentioned and the Diabetic Socks that the AI recommended are supposed to be here and I am anxious to try them both!

Thanks everyone for all your posts! If i did not respond individually back to you, please know that I have read every post and appreciate your support!

February 23
A myRAteam Member

I'm so glad to hear that I'm not the only one dealing with this Toe Problem. For lack of a better term!

MarMar I did a little searching on Amazon and found some gel toe stabilizers (I'm sure that's not the right terminology) and I am going to give them a try!

Maybe it will be just the help I am looking for. Maybe it will be a waste of money. I won't know til I try and right now it seems my toes bother me more each day so I am pretty sure the problem is progressing.

Thank you all for your stories, input, and suggestions! I appreciate you!!!

February 22
A myRAteam Member

Thanks Linda! I know what you mean about the "Bugs" feeling as I have Neuropathy as well. My feet have always run cold and for my own personal comfort I enjoy somewhat cushioned and warm socks. I've tried the thinner variety but my feet don't seem as happy.

However! That being said, if these socks and toes don't find some middle ground I may check out those Buster Browns!! Lol

I remember Buster Browns from when we were little! As I remember they made some darned sturdy 👞👟 shoes!!!

February 22

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