The best hospital socks

Best hospital socks

Pembrook Non-Skid/Slip Socks

Great blend of comfort, grip, and color

Accessible and designed for long term use, these socks feature a comfy Chenille blend that stays warm and soft as well as non-slip treads. Unisex and available in multiple colors.

For pure comfort, these Pembrook socks are difficult to beat. They’re made from a chenille blend (cotton, polyester, and Spandex), an ultra-soft material ideal for keeping warm during a stay at a healthcare facility. Gripping rubber treads help to prevent falls, and buyers can choose from a variety of colors.

Pembrook socks provide gentle compression, but they’re fairly easy to slip on and off. They maintain their softness even after multiple washes, and they’re quite inexpensive given the quality of the materials.

Key Features

  • Made with high-quality chenille material
  • Designed for use in healthcare facilities, but perfect for home
  • Stretches to fit adult men shoe sizes up to 11 and women’s sizes up to 9
  • Unisex design with several color and pack size options
  • Skid-resistant grips matched to sock color
Best socks for men

RATIVE Anti-Slip Hospital Socks

Perfect for the home or hospital

These men's socks provide quality arch support and plenty of non-slip grips for better stability. They are also breathable to keep the wearer cool and feature durable knitted fabric.

RATIVE’s non-skid socks are made with terylene and spandex, two synthetic materials that dry quickly while offering superior ventilation. They’re not the warmest socks on this list, but for some patients, that’s a significant advantage.

They also feature extra arch support and, of course, non-skid grips to help patients maintain balance on slick hospital floors. There are quite a few grips on the bottom of each sock. The flexible fabric isn’t excessively tight, but won’t come off in bed—a key consideration during overnight stays.

Key Features

  • Added arch support for a comfortable, secure fit
  • Made from 97% terylene and 3% Spandex
  • Quick-drying material offers excellent ventilation
  • Available in sizes from Medium to XX-Large
Best socks for women

Silvert’s Senior Care Non-Skid Hospital Socks

Plush Chenille women's socks

Soft, warm, and fuzzy, these socks for women are easy to slip on and off and have gripped soles. Available in bright pink, blue, or beige, these socks feature Chenille and are great to wear at home.

These socks from Silvert’s Senior Care are specially designed for older adults. They’re made from a durable chenille material that keeps feet warm, and skid-resistant rubber treads on the bottom of each sock add an essential safety feature. The sock bottoms are also slightly thinner to provide some ventilation.

The only significant drawback is the sizing––they’re available in regular and XL bariatric sizes, but patients with smaller feet might find the regular size slightly large.

Key Features

  • Ultra-soft chenille material
  • Skid-resistant rubber treads
  • Long-lasting and durable
  • Available in regular and XL bariatric sizes
  • Seam-free to prevent skin irritation
Best for diabetics

Pillow Paws Bariatric Slipper Socks

360 degrees of comfort and tread

These oversized socks are appropriate for larger or bariatric patients. Regardless, these Pillow Paws still provide excellent comfort for swollen feet and are latex-free.

A mainstay of healthcare facilities, Pillow Paws feature a latex-free terrycloth. They’re extra wide and intended for bariatric patients; slip them over foot coverings for a comfortable, breathable fit.

The grip treads on Pillow Paws socks aren’t as thick as some, but the unique 360-degree design ensures no matter how the sock stretches, treads will be making contact with the ground. These are some of the more affordable bariatric socks we found, and they’re fully machine washable for easy sanitation.

Key Features

  • Bariatric non-slip socks designed to fit over foot coverings and swollen feet
  • Made with comfortable terrycloth
  • Completely free of latex
  • 360-degree tread
  • XXXL size is equivalent to men’s shoe size 13
Best athletic sock

Gripjoy Grip Socks Non-Slip Hospital Socks

Wear them around the house or to the gym

While others are too thick to wear with your favorite shoes, these Gripjoy socks make the transition easily. Made with a breathable cotton blend, they are perfect for athletic wear and keep you cool.

Unlike many of the products on this list, Gripjoy socks are made to be worn with or without shoes. Their grips are fairly thin, which prevents them from being noticeable when paired with your favorite footwear, but they’re still capable of reducing slip risks.

Though thinner than others on this list, these socks are also cooler and fit comfortably into shoes. This means they could also serve well as athletic socks for men or women.

Key Features

  • Made with a blend of cotton, polyester, and Spandex
  • Thin grips provide traction without disrupting comfort
  • Fits comfortably even when worn with shoes
Best ankle socks

unenow Unisex Non-Slip Grip Socks

Comfortable ankle sock for causal wear

Thanks to their cotton blend, these ankle socks are warm yet breathable. Their anti-slip grip makes them great around the house while the ankle-length is a great fit for your fave pair of sneakers.

These ankle socks are highly elastic but made from cotton fibers, which provide an excellent blend of breathability and warmth. The short length makes them easy to slip on and off, and a grid of silica anti-skid grips helps to protect against falls. Overall, this is a durable and comfortable option for patients who prefer a low cut sock that can transition from wearing around the house to hitting the town.

Key Features

  • Highly elastic cotton socks with silica anti-slip grips
  • Unisex low-cut design with four color options
  • Three size options (small, medium, and large)
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