Diabetic footwear (1710) for treating neuropathic ulcers and other injuries while allowing easy access to the wound site on the plantar surface of a patient's foot includes a base portion (1714) and a sole (1712) that is either movably connected or removably connected to either the base (1714) or to a strut member (1718). The base (1714) or strut member (1718) is maintained in position on the lower leg while the sole (1712) may be rotated, slid, or completely removed for allowing inspection and access to the plantar surface of the patient's foot.