On diabetic foot, wound healing, amputation prevention, and the merger of consumer tech with medical devices
As the global burden of diabetes continues to climb, so too does the impact of its most feared complications—including diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), infections, and amputations. While tight glycemic control has long been a cornerstone of diabetic foot prevention, emerging therapies are now offering benefits that go beyond glucose reduction. In our newly accepted paper... Continue Reading →
Excited to share insights from this recent bibliometric analysis by Fuentes-Peñaranda and coworkers on global diabetic foot research spanning the last two decades (2004–2023). The study highlights remarkable growth in publications, reflecting an increased global commitment to addressing this critical health challenge. Proud to collaborate with leading researchers globally and honored to be ranked as... Continue Reading →
Here’s a draft for the blog post: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) represent a severe complication of diabetes, significantly contributing to morbidity, amputation risk, and mortality worldwide. A new bibliometric analysis published in The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds titled “Global Hotspots and Trends of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Therapy: A Bibliometric Analysis from 2004 and 2023” sheds... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WpTgDowYyM I’m thrilled to share this video from a stellar panel / JCM 2024 Webinar: “Diabetic Foot Management: Latest Breakthroughs and Best Practices” 🦶 👥 Chairs: • Prof. Dr. Jose Luis Lázaro-Martínez • Prof. Dr. Luigi Uccioli 👨⚕️ Speakers: • Prof. Dr. David G. Armstrong • Prof. Dr. Sicco A. Bus • Dr. Venu Kavarthapu • Dr. Marco... Continue Reading →
December 11, 2024 David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, Professor of Surgery and Neurological Surgery at the University of Southern California and a global leader in diabetic limb preservation, has reached another milestone. According to Google Scholar, Dr. Armstrong’s research has now been cited over 80,000 times, achieving an h-index of 125 and an i10-index... Continue Reading →
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) remain one of the most challenging and costly complications of diabetes, with significant implications for patient health and healthcare systems worldwide. A recent narrative review published in Medicina sheds light on the potential role of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitors (SGLT2-Is) in preventing and managing diabetic foot complications. While these medications are primarily known... Continue Reading →
