On diabetic foot, wound healing, amputation prevention, and the merger of consumer tech with medical devices
In a compelling panel discussion titled “Panel 5. Las ciencias de la salud en las relaciones entre Cuba y EEUU” (Health Sciences in the Relationship Between Cuba and the United States), experts explore the profound impact of scientific collaboration between these two nations. The session sheds light on a variety of topics, from government relations to cutting-edge... Continue Reading →
Current Infectious Disease Reports Volume 27, Article Number 5 (2025) Published: 02 January 2025 Steering Toward Innovation in Bone and Joint Infection Management The management of bone and joint infections (BJIs) has undergone significant evolution, as highlighted in the latest review by Barbara A. Santevecchi, Kayihura Manigaba, and Lindsey M. Childs-Kean. Published in Current Infectious Disease... Continue Reading →
Journal of Biomechanics Available online 3 January 2025 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2025.112502 A Step Forward in Diabetic Footwear Research In an illuminating study led by L.E. Vossen, S.A. Bus, and J.J. Van Netten, our Dutch colleagues have taken an important conceptual step in redefining how we evaluate footwear designed for people with diabetes. Published in the Journal of Biomechanics,... Continue Reading →
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) represent one of the most significant challenges in managing diabetes-related complications. Affecting millions worldwide, DFUs lead to substantial morbidity, healthcare costs, and a heightened risk of amputation. While traditional therapies like debridement, offloading, and vascular interventions have their place, innovative solutions are crucial to improve outcomes. A recent study by Yuan... Continue Reading →
Noteworthy work by Gozzi et al., published in Nature Communications, unveils the potential of a wearable neuroprosthesis, NeuroStep, for sensory restoration in patients with peripheral neuropathy (PN), a common complication of diabetes. Key Highlights: • Innovation in Sensory Feedback: NeuroStep delivers targeted neurostimulation to damaged nerves at the ankle, enabling real-time restoration of foot sensations. •... Continue Reading →
In the landscape of diabetic foot care, the presence of medial arterial calcification (MAC) adds a significant layer of complexity to the management of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). A recent study published in the Annals of Vascular Surgery sheds light on the prognostic value of toe pressure (TP) measurements in predicting outcomes for this challenging patient population.... Continue Reading →
🌟 Excited to share the impactful work led by Tammy Nguyen, MD, PhD, and the multidisciplinary team from the University of Massachusetts! Their innovative study, titled “Utilizing Multidisciplinary Mobile Outreach Clinics to Provide Comprehensive Diabetic Foot Care to Patients Experiencing Homelessness,” explores the feasibility and success of bringing essential diabetic foot care directly to underserved communities through mobile... Continue Reading →
In the intricate dance of healing, our bodies engage in a biological relay race, passing the baton of recovery from one cellular team to the next. A groundbreaking study, “Spatiotemporal Single-Cell Roadmap of Human Skin Wound Healing,” published in Cell Stem Cell(2024), maps this race at the single-cell level, offering unparalleled insights into the dynamic processes of human... Continue Reading →
In an important report published in BMJ Open Diabetes Research and Care, a team of researchers from Emory University has shed light on an often-overlooked determinant of healthcare outcomes: access to public transportation. The study, led by Dr. Marcos C. Schechter and his colleagues, explored the spatial associations between public transportation access and diabetic foot ulcer... Continue Reading →
💡 Revolutionizing Diabetic Foot Care with Smart Sensor Technology Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a costly and common complication for up to 25% of individuals with diabetes. Removable cast walker (RCW) boots play a vital role in offloading and protecting wounds, but adherence to wearing them is critical for success. A fascinating study by Havey et al. in... Continue Reading →
