Best Men's Shoes For Diabetes: A5500 Approved Diabetic & Neurotherapy Footwear For Men (2024)

1. SAS Ambassador [Derby Shoes]

Overview

These US-made Medicare-approved Derby shoes come with removable and odour-resistant SAS Tripad Cushions to support your pressure points. Furthermore, the Everbounce removable PU footbed supports the contours of your feet.

How To Wear

Being open-laced Derby shoes, the SAS Ambassadors are a very versatile choice. They’re ideal for nights out as well as for the office. Whether you’re in chinos and a shirt or a business professional suit and tie, they blend right in.

Best Colors

Traditionally, Bluchers and Derby shoes look their best in brown leather. However, you can also opt for black shoes for a dressier look with options between full grain leather and suede.

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2. Mephisto Cap Vert [Penny Loafers]

Overview

Although not Medicare-approved because of their slip-on construction, the French brand Mephisto is well known for providing quality orthotic shoes. Despite being at a premium, they are among the few brands that make shoes that don’t appear too conspicuous.

How To Wear

If you’re looking for classic business casual shoes, the Mephisto Cap Vert penny loafers are ideal. They’ll look great with chinos or jeans as well as dressier wool trousers. However, they won’t be quite formal enough to go with a suit.

Best Colors

There are several shades of brown available to choose from including Cordovan and Tan. There’s also a black option. However, these are quite dressy given the style of shoe and would be harder to integrate into your wardrobe.

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3. Propét Graham [Monk Straps]

Overview

With its OrthoLite antimicrobial removable footbed and open-cell PU foam insole, the Propét Graham is a stylish and comfortable shoe. The firm heel counter provides stability whilst the rubber outsole gives the wearer traction and support.

How To Wear

Monkstraps are a popular shoe style that are often worn formally. However, they tend to fare better as a business casual option. Nevertheless, you could wear these with a suit and tie at the office for a more dressed down look in a pinch.

Best Colors

Wearers can choose between either black or brown full grain leather. Those who want something dressier should opt for the black. However, the brown leather is a much more versatile choice that can be worn with various styles.

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4. ASICS Gel-Nimbus 20 [Running Shoes]

Overview

Those suffering from diabetes will often turn to sneakers to provide them foot relief. However, not all sneakers will provide the comfort and security that is needed. ASICS’ Nimbus range is renowned for providing this. Furthermore, they’re A5500 Medicare Approved.

How To Wear

Being extremely casual, it’ll be hard to wear these with anything that isn’t casual. They’re ideal for sports but if worn when out and about, consider pairing them with jeans.

Best Colors

Although we’ve showcased the black shoes, there’s an entire rainbow of colours available. For instance, there’s the Sulphur Yellow or Island Blue hues, which we quite like!

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5. Dunham Jackson [Toe Cap Shoes]

Overview

Somewhat dressier than SAS’ Ambassadors, they’re a solid choice for the office. An EVA foam cushion footbed offers foam pods in the heel and forefoot with a wide toe box for extra comfort.

How To Wear

Despite an open-throat lacing system, the toe cap adds an extra level of formality to these shoes. Diabetic-friendly closed-throat Oxford shoes are hard to find so these are probably the best possible option to pair with a suit or for attending formal events.

Best Colors

Although also available in brown, we prefer the black full grain leather as it offers that level of formality that’s otherwise hard to find for Diabetics. Nevertheless, the brown shoes are possible if you want something less dressy.

6. SAS Decksider [Boat Shoes]

Overview

A classic American shoe style, boat shoes are popular during the warmer months. However, diabetics are usually limited to clunky and unattractive shoes. Fortunately, SAS have created an orthotic option. Featuring the same A5500-approved Everbounce PU footbed as the Ambassadors, they also have a Supersoft lightweight sole with a wide and stable design.

How To Wear

Boat shoes are a traditionally casual shoe. However, they can also be worn in a business casual setting these days. Nevertheless, they tend to look their best with chinos and a shirt rather than jeans and a t-shirt.

Best Colors

You can choose between Old Sand Tan or New briar Brown. We prefer the lighter tan both both look great. You’ll also be blown away by just how soft the leather is on your feet.

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7. Drew Trek [Walking Boots]

Overview

Although walking and Diabetes may sound like an uncomfortable oxymoron, it’s the best activity to keep your blood sugar level down. These A5500-approved boots come with a tempered steel shank for arch support as well as a Plus Fitting System with two removable footbeds.

How To Wear

If you’re off on long walks, just remember to keep the weather in mind when packing! Otherwise, these are more utilitarian boots and not quite something to wear casually.

Best Colors

Our favourite choice is the full-grain brown leather with matching mesh uppers. However, there’s also a black suede boot with a black and white criss-cross upper design if you want something jazzy.

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8. Dunham Captain [Casual Shoes]

Overview

With a modern boat shoe inspired design, the Dunham Captains are a great casual choice for those who like the great outdoors. The midsole has water channels for drainage as well as foam pods for wear comfort. Removable insoles render the shoes A5500 approved whilst 360° lacing keeps the shoes secure for extra stability.

How To Wear

Best reserved for outdoor activities, they could also be worn casually in a pinch. However, their unusual design can make them appear out of place if you’re trying to style them. Nevertheless, there are colours to choose from to improve styling.

Best Colors

Depending on what you have in mind, there are various colours to choose from. Black with anthracite soles would be the most neutral. However, if you’re looking for wearing them during walks, the various tan and brown options are ideal.

9. Drew Dublin [A5500-Approved Sandals]

Overview

Nerve damage and swelling usually means that sandals and flip-flops are a thing of the past. However, there are options available that still provide the necessary support. Drew’s leather sandales feature an A5500-approved removable EVA and memory foam footbed as well as a tempered steel shank for stability.

How To Wear

Whether you’re out at the beach or spending a few hours on your patio, the Dublins provide you all the freedom of sandals without sacrificing support. Throw on some shorts and enjoy the good weather.

Best Colors

Available in black and brown full grain as well as an olive suede, we’re fond of the letter two. Black’s a little too formal for sandals whilst the suede may suffer in the sand.

10. Dr Comfort Wings [Brogue Shoes]

Overview

Although not A5500-approved, the Dr Comfort Wing brogues are a popular choice among diabetics and yield excellent results. In fact, these were the only brogues that we can find that also offer gel inserts and smooth leather interiors, which are seamless to prevent rubbing.

How To Wear

Perfect for relaxed business professional or even business casual, brogues are a versatile type of footwear. Wear them with chinos or wool trousers and they’ll blend right in.

Best Colors

Although also available in black, the brown leather is a much more versatile choice. Nevertheless, you may not be fond of the large, orthotic black soles, which are more inconspicuous with the black leather.