It is quite common for people with foot conditions to struggle with standard safety shoes, and often their only option is to turn to expensive custom-made solutions. For diabetics in particular, choosing a well-fitting safety shoe is often a big challenge. As an expert in occupational health and safety, uvex has tackled this problem and, by developing the uvex motion 3XL safety shoe, has come up with a solution. Below, we take a closer look at the characteristics of the illness and explain the advantages of our professional and practical product innovation.
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a condition that affects both blood sugar levels and the skin’s moisturising mechanisms. It can involve nerve dysfunction that affects the skin’s moisture regulation, causing a very dry and brittle skin surface. As a result, there is an increased risk of callouses and cracks, which means bacteria can penetrate the skin more easily and cause infections there.
Since nerve damage also reduces sensitivity to pain, there is a further risk: it may not be possible to feel pressure points and chafe points in the shoe properly, which drastically increases the risk of injury through chafing.
In Germany alone, there are more than 7 million people living with diabetes, with around 500 more being added to this number every day.
With our innovative uvex motion 3XL product, we can now offer those of them who are dependent on comfortable and healthy safety shoes for their work a modern and well-thought-out solution for their particular orthopaedic needs.
uvex motion 3XL – orthopaedic safety shoes for diabetes-adapted insoles
uvex motion 3XL safety shoes have been specially developed for very wide feet or foot deformities and are a cross between standard safety shoes and made-to-measure shoes: with widths greater than 15, orthopaedic adjustments of all kinds can be made both outside of the shoe and inside it. The uvex motion 3XL offers adequate space to accommodate even thick orthopaedic insoles. Thanks to our integrated uvex medi-cap protective toe cap with its extra-large volume, the risk of pressure points and lesions in the forefoot region is significantly reduced.
The advantages of our safety shoes for diabetics:
- Extra-soft, adjustable and external lacing system with cushioned tongue
- Soft and elastic transition between toe cap and tongue
- Especially high and wide uvex medi-cap protective toe cap
- Optimum freedom of movement of the toes
- Sufficient space for hammer toes, claw toes, splints, insoles or light foot dressings
- All-round sole stiffener as impact protection and to improve the life of the safety shoe
- Metal-free front cap and midsole made from high-tech plastic to meet S3 requirements according to EN ISO 20345:2011
- Generous widths greater than 15 and space for a thick orthopaedic insole
- Triple-lined with extra-soft cushioning for maximum comfort
- Reduced risk of friction due to virtually seam-free construction
- Construction material comprising soft, conductive EVA 6 mm thick foam and an orthopaedic insole with an EVA core
- Extended heel cap inside and outside for optimum heel guidance, improved body statics and stability
- Special cushioning of the edging, ankle and Achilles tendon area to prevent pressure points
- Sporty, fashionable design to increase willingness to wear and reduce illness-related absences
Tested and certified to ISO 20345:2011
The uvex motion 3XL not only offers ample space and unique wearer comfort, but it also meets all safety requirements. As an S3 shoe, it offers full occupational protection as per ISO 20345:2011, slip resistance SRC and varnish neutrality. The safety shoe is also certified for use with orthopaedic inlays and shoe adjustments. Diabetics no longer have to choose between wearer comfort and occupational safety: the uvex motion 3XL combines the two in a modern shoe design.
No matter which area you work in – the uvex motion 3XL is fully customised to your needs. So you can stop worrying about your diabetic feet and get a head start with the right safety shoes!
Please note: use of the uvex motion 3XL in combination with orthopaedic/medical treatment, regardless of prophylactic or medical diagnosis (e.g. prevention of diabetes-related subsequent foot problems) must be evaluated and approved by an orthopaedic specialist.
The uvex motion 3XL is a big help for more than just diabetics. The safety shoe also supports your foot if you are suffering from arthritis, arthroses, joint restrictions, shortened tendons, heel spurs or problems in the lower leg area. Contact us using the following contact form and get our all-rounder for healthy feet at work.
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Do you suffer from diabetes or another foot condition? We would love to hear about your experiences with safety shoes. In our blog, you can also find interesting information about foot conditions and foot deformities.
Please help, Where can I buy the uvex 3xl shoe? I am a catering manager and spend long periods in the kitchen. I need comfort & safety
Hello Mister Curtis, please fill out our contact form on the website. The colleagues should be able to help. Here it is: https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/uvex-safety-group/how-to-contact-us/contact-form/
Hi, I am a type 2 diabetic, and I am a forklift truck mechanic, and am on my feet for long periods of time I have tried different boots and have had no luck finding comfy boots, my latest pair are dewalt titanium which came highly recommended but sometimes halfway through the day I can hardly walk, what boots do you recommend please
Hello, you are already right with the shoe that is talked about in this blog article. We can recommend the uvex safety 3XL motion. Here you can find more information about the safety shoe for diabetics: https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/safety-shoes/6667/uvex-motion-3xl-s3-src-shoe/ Best regards – uvex safety
Hi, I am looking for a shoe for my son. He has type 1 diabetes and has unfortunately lost a toe on on one foot. His current shoes are rubbing the missing toe area and causing blisters. Can you recommend a suitable shoe please?
Hi Kevin,
I’m sorry about your son. Our uvex 3XL Motion is made for just such problems. You can use our dealer search to find a supplier who can tell you about the right shoe for you. But the uvex 3XL Motion is actually already exactly the right shoe – it just needs to be adjusted to your specifications. Good luck and all the best – uvex safety
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hi sir ,
what is the weight of this boot please??
Diabetic foot protection with the uvex motion 3XL
kind regards
Hi Thomas, the weight of the boots in 44 is 1500 gramm. Best regards, Kathi from uvex safety