NIWOT - Crocs Inc.'s line of Crocs Rx shoes has received a seal of acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association.

The Crocs Rx line was developed by the Niwot-based shoemaker with input from footwear specialists and includes shoes and socks designed for people with specific medical and therapeutic, podiatric conditions, many of which are associated with diabetes.

The Crocs Rx line includes three styles, the Relief, Cloud and Silver Cloud. All three include Crocs proprietary Croslite material, which conforms to the foot to create a customized fit.

The Relief model, designed with a soft sole and wide toe, provides therapeutic relief for a number of foot conditions, including pressure relief from plantar fasciitis, bunions, heel pain and arthritis.

The Cloud shoe models are designed with the diabetic patient in mind, featuring a super-soft foot bed, roomy toe bed, protective front toe cap and elevated heel.

The Silver Cloud includes all of the benefits of the Cloud diabetic comfort shoe, plus they are anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, for those with impaired circulation or sensation.