None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Behavioral : This is an exploratory clinical study designed to investigate the effects of a self-management intervention for patients with diabetic foot conditions using a mobile application. It is a
Sponsors
Yonsei University, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Among patients visiting the outpatient clinics of Orthopedic Surgery and Endocrinology, those who meet the following inclusion criteria will be eligible for participation: - Adults aged 19 years or older - Patients diagnosed with diabetes who have developed diabetic foot ulcers - Patients currently receiving treatment for diabetic foot ulcers - Patients who have undergone amputation surgery due to diabetic foot ulcers - Patients receiving postoperative management and treatment for recurrence prevention - Patients presenting with one or more of the following conditions: *Loss of protective sensation: Patients with sensory impairment confirmed by a 10 g monofilament test *Peripheral vascular disease: Patients with weak or absent pedal pulses *Poor glycemic control: Patients with elevated HbA1c levels indicating inadequate blood glucose control *History of foot ulceration: Patients with a previous history of foot ulcers *Foot deformity: Patients with toe deformities, calluses, or other structural abnormalities *Smoking: Patients who currently smoke or have a history of smoking *Impaired renal function: Patients with chronic kidney disease
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: -Participants under the age of 19 -Individuals with impaired decision-making capacity -Individuals who do not provide consent to participate in the clinical trial -Individuals deemed unsuitable for participation by the principal investigator (orthopedic specialist) -Individuals who have difficulty using general-purpose devices such as smartphones
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Satisfaction with user; Application usage/adherence (compliance);Fasting blood sugar | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Depression screening assessment (Patient Health Questionnaire-9);Confidence / Self-efficacy;Perceived changes in self-management and health behaviors | — |
Countries
Korea, Republic of
Contacts
Public ContactHEEJIN KIM
Yonsei University, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital
Outcome results
None listed