DARCO

Recover faster with Darco post-op shoes, surgical boots, and diabetic footwear — founded by a podiatrist in 1985 and trusted by surgeons and foot care specialists for post-surgical recovery, wound care, and diabetic foot protection. Offloading insoles, cast boots, splints, and braces designed to relieve pain during healing. Free shipping and easy exchanges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions are Darco medical shoes designed for?
Darco products are specifically designed for post-surgical recovery and wound care, including bunionectomy, hammertoe surgery, forefoot and rearfoot procedures, fracture healing, and diabetic foot ulcer prevention. Their offloading insoles use removable peg systems to relieve pressure on specific areas of the foot during healing. Darco also makes splints, braces, and sleeves for plantar fasciitis, bunions, and edema.
Do podiatrists and surgeons recommend Darco products?
Yes — Darco was founded by a podiatrist in 1985 and has been the go-to brand for foot and ankle surgeons for nearly 40 years. Their post-op shoes, surgical boots, and cast shoes are standard-of-care products prescribed after bunionectomies, hammertoe corrections, metatarsal surgeries, and other foot and ankle procedures. Darco products are designed in collaboration with foot care specialists to support proper healing and reduce complication risk.
What is the difference between a post-op shoe and a surgical boot?
A post-op shoe is a flat, open-toe shoe with a rigid sole that protects the forefoot after surgery — ideal for bunionectomy, hammertoe correction, and forefoot procedures. A surgical boot (also called a cast boot or walking boot) is a taller, more rigid device that immobilizes the ankle and foot — used for fractures, severe sprains, and rearfoot surgeries. Your surgeon will prescribe the appropriate type based on your procedure.
Are Darco shoes covered by Medicare or insurance?
Some Darco products, particularly their diabetic shoes and therapeutic footwear, may qualify for Medicare Part B coverage under the Therapeutic Shoe Bill (A5500 coding). Post-op shoes and surgical boots are often covered as durable medical equipment (DME) with a prescription from your doctor. Check with your insurance provider for specific coverage details. Many Darco products are also eligible for HSA/FSA purchase.
Can I buy Darco products with my HSA or FSA card?
Yes — Darco medical shoes, surgical boots, and braces are eligible for HSA/FSA purchase through our TrueMed partnership. The key requirement is that you must check out as a guest — do not log into your Shop account, as it bypasses the HSA/FSA payment option. For step-by-step instructions, see our HSA/FSA checkout guide or read our article on using your HSA/FSA for orthopedic shoes the right way.

Darco medical shoes and surgical footwear have been trusted by podiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, and wound care specialists since 1985. Founded by a podiatrist, Darco International designs every product to support recovery and protect sensitive feet during the healing process. At HealthyFeetStore.com, we carry a comprehensive selection of Darco products including post-op shoes, surgical boots, cast boots, offloading insoles, night splints, and foot braces.

Darco's post-op and surgical shoes are standard-of-care products prescribed after bunionectomies, hammertoe corrections, metatarsal surgeries, and forefoot procedures. Their innovative offloading insoles — including the POGO athletic sneaker with removable peg system — provide customized pressure relief for diabetic foot ulcer prevention and wound care management. Night splints and braces address plantar fasciitis, bunions, and ankle instability.

Whether your doctor prescribed a post-surgical shoe, you need a walking boot for a fracture, or you're managing a diabetic foot condition, Darco delivers clinical-grade protection designed by the foot care professionals who use it. Shop with confidence — every Darco product at HealthyFeetStore.com comes with free shipping, easy returns, and free exchanges.