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Tamarack Habilitation Technologies receives American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Seal of Acceptance for its Protection Socks with GlideWearTM Technology

minneapolis, mn | 06.18.2024

Tamarack Habilitation Technologies, Inc. is proud to announce that the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), the leading authority and resource on foot health, has granted its Seal of Acceptance to Tamarack’s full line of Protection Socks with GlideWearTM Technology.

Tamarack Protection Socks with GlideWearTM Technology contain targeted, medical grade protection that protects at-risk areas of the feet from the forces that cause diabetic foot ulcers, calluses, blisters, and other painful skin damage. They are indicated for use with custom diabetic footwear, orthopedic and prosthetic devices, and offloading walking boots.

To earn the Seal of Acceptance, the APMA’s Podiatric Seals Committee of 10 podiatrists reviewed Tamarack’s Protection Socks using a rigorous process to validate that they promote foot health. The committee also assessed information to ensure the socks’ safety, overall quality, and effectiveness. The APMA’s Board of Trustees approved the committee’s recommendation to grant the seal.

Cole Carlson, Tamarack’s Director of Business Development and one of its co-owners, said, “We are honored that the APMA recognizes the quality and ability of our American-made Protection Socks to promote foot health in diabetics and other patients who currently suffer from or are at risk to develop calluses, blisters and ulcers.”

Tamarack Protection Socks come in multiple sizes, cuff lengths, and are available in white or black. They are designed for protecting specific locations on the feet depending on where the risks or issues are:

  • Forefoot

  • Partial Forefoot

  • Midfoot

  • Heel and Ankle

Tamarack Protection Socks are available to healthcare professionals, including podiatrists, through our distributor partners, Becker, Cascade, and PEL. They are available for consumer purchase through Ithaca Sports and Orthopedic Supplies of New Mexico.

About Tamarack

At Tamarack Habilitation Technologies (www.tamarackhti.com), we’re dedicated to finding innovative ways to improve people’s lives. Tamarack was founded in 1990 in St. Paul, Minnesota. We are an ISO 13485 certified medical technology company. Tamarack develops and manufactures original, clinically effective, and durable solutions to provide and restore mobility and comfort to our customers. Tamarack distributes its products worldwide in the orthotic & prosthetic and consumer markets.

About GlideWear™ Technology

GlideWear™ Technology is a patented, stretchy, breathable, silk-like two-layer knit material designed to protect skin and soft tissue from the damaging effects of rubbing/friction. The very slippery, low-friction interface between the two fabric layers of GlideWear™ protects the user from the friction forces which are the major factor responsible for soft tissue damage such as foot ulcers and blisters. GlideWear™ will typically reduce friction forces by 50-80% compared to conventional materials. GlideWear™ is bi-elastic and gas/vapor permeable.