Posted on January 8, 2008 in Latest News
The main different types of socks by length are no show, below ankle, crew, calf, below the knee, and above the knee. Some important factors in choosing what kind of socks is the occasion, shoe type, weather conditions, and if you suffer from any medical conditions for example neuropathy, diabetes, and/or swelling of feet and/or legs.
No Show
No Show socks is generally worn with basketball shoes (or other shoes) when it is desirable for your socks to not be sticking out like a sore thumb. This socks is mainly worn with running shoes but you can still see them to a small extent.
Below Ankle
Below Ankle is rather uncommon but typically sits right below your ankle bone which generally is about quarter to half inch taller. Normally these socks are trendy and stylish to wear with basketball shoes. These are not good to be worn when ankles or feet or swollen.
Crew
Crew socks come up to below the beginning of the calf muscle. Most diabetic socks are crew length since swelling usually does not make it all the way up to the beginning of the calf muscle. If your feet are swollen it is good to wear these.
Calf
Calf socks cover the entire calf generally. This too is a good idea for swollen feet. Generally these are worn with boots or any other type of shoe if you will be walking in grass higher than your ankles but below your calf by three or four inches.
Below The Knee
Below The Knee usually comes to about an inch or so below the knee or right up to it. This is generally worn with football or baseball or soccer or during hunting.
Above The Knee
Above The Knee goes up beyond your knee and some may be as high as half way up your thigh. This type is also used for hunting. This type of sock helps prevent severe abrasions and in the case of hunting to help from getting bit by ticks or fleas.
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