Topic: Diabetes Research Network
Conditions
Interventions
The aim is to measure in-shoe pressures in many different types of footwear in a lab for a range of patients. With this information, we want to develop a system for prescribing bespoke footwear (i.e.,
Sponsors
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust (UK)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Have been diagnosed with diabetes at least 6 months previously (diabetic cohort only) 2. Be between 18 and 65 years, either sex 3. Be able to the University of Salford three times 4. Be able to walk for 2 - 5 minutes barefoot and in different shoes over 1.5 - 2 hours 5. Be able to understand both written and spoken English
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Currently suffering with any form of ulceration or other foot condition resulting from diabetes 2. Have a major foot deformity sufficient to limit activity 3. Suffering any disorder with affects balance or mobility and/or a history of falls
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Foot pressure after wearing the footwear for 5 minutes under laboratory conditions | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| No secondary outcome measures | — |
Countries
United Kingdom
Outcome results
None listed