Best Non-Slip Socks 2024
Whether you are a fitness fanatic, a patient staying at a hospital for a few days, or an elderly person staying at a care home, there is one thing you are all at risk of – nasty slips and falls due to slippery floors. A solution for anyone who is at risk of slipping and sliding across the floor is non-slip socks, an increasingly popular type of sock that uses textured soles to provide grip without using shoes.
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Hospital patients and yoga fanatics can be at risk of slips due to slippery floors
Here at Health and Care we have a range of non-slip socks. Some are designed for serious use inside hospitals and care homes, and others can help you out in your yoga/workout routine, or simply around the house. To help you find the best non-slip socks for you, we've compiled a list of our Best Non-Slip Socks to help you make your decision.
What's Covered In This Guide?
Find the best non-slip socks for you with these useful sections:
- Best Non-Slip Socks for the Elderly
- Best Non-Slip Socks for Yoga
- Best Non-Slip Socks for the House
- Best Non-Slip Slipper Socks for Men and Women
- Best Non-Slip Socks for Toddlers
Best Non-Slip Socks for the Elderly
Our Winner: Medline One Size Fits Most Double Tread RED Hospital Slipper Socks
Our Verdict: Suitable for both hospital stays and home use, these special socks act as a cross between slippers and socks, and feature a special grip surface that prevents slipping even when walking in slippery environments.
Why We Love Them...
✔ Outstanding grip surface prevents slipping in slippery environments
✔ Grip on all sides of the sock in case of sock shifting/twisting
✔ Promises comfort and enhanced safety for those less mobile
✔ Used in hospitals across the UK, care homes, psychiatric wards
Customer Verdict: "My Mum wore these on a recent hospital stay, and I was delighted to find that I could buy them for home use. too. They are warm, comfortable and non-slip." ★★★★★ Anne
Expert Vedict from Medline: "[Patients wearing slipper socks] may see improvements in balance, proprioception, and body awareness which can help improve confidence with gait and improve foot mechanics, which can lead to improved mechanics of the hips, knees, and core."
Best Non-Slip Socks for Yoga
Our Winner: Pro11 Yoga Gloves and Socks
Our Verdict: Specifically designed for use in yoga, the Pro11 Yoga Gloves and Socks are constructed from breathable cotton, and use a secure grip on the surface to ensure no slipping. With a pair of socks AND a pair of gloves included in your purchase, the Pro11 Yoga Gloves and Socks are a must have for anyone who struggles with stability during yoga and Pilates.
Why We Love Them...
✔ Slip-resistant tread on sole secures footing on any surface and prevents slipping
✔ Breathable and hygienic alternative to practicing yoga and pilates barefoot
✔ Comfortable and flexible material improves balances during use
✔ Aids in strengthening foot muscles
Expert Verdict from Pro11: "Perfect grip for yoga, pilates and barre... can provide the added balance which allows you to safely practice. These beautiful yoga socks and gloves set were designed for the yoga enthusiast"
Best Non-Slip Socks for the House
Our Winner: Pro11 Moisturising Socks
Why We Love Them...
✔ Non-slip patterned soles offer grip in slippery floors
✔ Aids in fall management at home
✔ Innovative gel lining infused with nourishing essential oils for soft skin
✔ Repairs cracked heels, no lotion required
Our Verdict: Perfect for wearing around the house, the Pro11 Moisturising Socks not only prevent slips and falls around the house, but also treat your feet whilst doing so! While their non-slip pattern patterned soles prevent slipping and provide grip, their vitamin enriched gel lining has been infused with essential oils to treat dry and cracked heels, helping your feet look better than ever.
Best Non-Slip Slipper Socks for Men and Women
Our Winner: Medline Terry Cloth Sure Grip Socks
Our Verdict: The Medline Terry Cloth Sure Grip Socks use a flexible and grippy rubber sole to prevent falls across a range of different environments including at home, or during hospital stays. Ideal for men and women these slipper socks slip on and off comfortably, and feature a terry cloth interior providing excellent comfort while preventing an accident from taking place.
Why We Love Them...
✔ Flexible and grippy rubber sole prevents falls in all environments
✔ Luxury terrycloth interior provides excellent comfort and warmth
✔ Comfortable slipper design to wear around the house
✔ Available in four sizes to suit most men and women
Customer Verdict: "My husband is very pleased with the fit and comfort of these slippers. They give him confidence when walking as they are nonslip!" ★★★★ Judith
Expert Verdict from Medline: "Sure-Grip Terrycloth Slippers provide maximum stability by way of their flexible rubber soles that assist with toe-to-heel traction - helping prevent wearers from slipping and falling."
Medline Terry Cloth Sure Grip Rubber Sole Small/Red Slipper Socks
- Flexible rubber sole helps to prevent falls
- Terry cloth absorbs perspiration
- Colour-coded red for easy size identification
- Machine washable for ease of maintenance
Medline Terry Cloth Sure Grip Rubber Sole Medium/Light Blue Slipper Socks
- Flexible rubber sole helps to prevent falls
- Terry cloth absorbs perspiration
- Colour-coded light blue for easy size identification
- Machine washable for ease of maintenance
Medline Terry Cloth Sure Grip Rubber Sole Large/Navy Slipper Socks
- Flexible rubber sole helps to prevent falls
- Terry cloth absorbs perspiration
- Colour-coded navy for easy size identification
- Machine washable for ease of maintenance
Medline Terry Cloth Sure Grip Rubber Sole Extra Large/Beige Slipper Socks
- Non slip socks with grips ideal for care home and hospitals
- Ideal for the elderly and the impaired
- Feature rubber sole for excellent grip
- Extra large socks come in colour beige
Best Non-Slip Socks for Toddlers
Our Winner: Medline Single Tread Toddler/ Teal Slipper Sock
Our Verdict: Young toddlers have only just learnt to walk, and it's common for a toddler to be a little unsteady on their feet. To help young children in their journey of mastering walking we've got an excellent slip resistant sole that will prevent them from slipping and sliding.
Why We Love Them...
✔ Slip-resistant gripper treads fused to soles prevent little ones from slipping
✔ Ensures infants and toddlers have added security while on their feet
✔ Absorbent terrycloth interior keeps feet dry and comfortable
✔ Absorbs foot perspiration during wear
Expert Verdict from Medline: "Paediatric Single-Tread Slipper Socks provide continuous gripping and help reduce falls by ensuring youngest patients, infants and toddlers, have added security while on their feet. Similar to the double-tread slipper socks, the single tread hospital patient socks have slip-resistant gripper treads fused to their soles. This provides traction assistance, preventing patients from slipping and falling."
Don't Take the Risk
We recommend that if you do struggle with slipping yourself, or you take part in indoor activities such as yoga and Pilates, that you buy yourself a pair of non-slip socks. Slipping can cause a serious injury particularly if you're older or struggle with mobility, and with these products you can help to minimise the risk. For more fall prevention products, don't hesitate to take a look at our Falls Management range.
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