Diabetic foot. Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age 18 years and older with a medical diagnosis of diabetes Have a history of a foot ulcer that has healed for at least 90 days Be able to perform at least 30 steps of locomotor activity without assistance
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Presence of any active ulcer or exudate on the foot or leg Amputation of the lower limb Inability to participate due to cognitive reasons Any pathological condition that could impair the physical function of the individual (cerebrovascular problems, rheumatoid arthritis) Severe deformity (except for minor claw toe) Charcot foot disease
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Plantar pressure. Timepoint: The effect of the insole on the pressure exerted on the sole of the foot is measured before the intervention in the first stage and then after using the newly designed insole. Method of measurement: A foot pressure Pedar-x is used to measure the pressure of the sole of the foot inside the shoe. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| "plantar pressure gradient". Timepoint: The time period for examining the plantar pressure gradient is before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Pedar-x tool.;"pressure gradient angle". Timepoint: The time period for examining the plantar pressure gradient angle is before and immediately after the intervention. Method of measurement: Pedar-x tool. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Esfahan University of Medical Sciences