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 →
New biomechanical models for cumulative plantar tissue stress assessment in people with diabetes at high risk of foot ulceration #ActAgainstAmputation #Biomechanics #DiabeticFoot
Today, I'd like to discuss an exciting new manuscript from our Dutch colleagues, titled "New biomechanical models for cumulative plantar tissue stress assessment in people with diabetes at high risk of foot ulceration"[1]. This work, which is set to appear in the Journal of Biomechanics, is a significant contribution to our understanding of foot ulceration... Continue Reading →
The Next Step in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management: A Dive into the DIASSIST Study Protocol #ActAgainstAmputation
The Next Step in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management: A Dive into the DIASSIST Study Protocol The DIASSIST study is heralded as the first to blend these diverse interventions, aiming to curtail the recurrence of foot ulcers, enhance footwear adherence, and score on cost-utility. The heart of this initiative is to not only alleviate the physical... Continue Reading →
More reason for hope: Improved outcomes in patients with diabetic foot ulcers over the past decade despite more complex patients
Great work from our long-time SALSAmigos Akturk and coworkers from the Netherlands. The bottom line: more complicated patients (ie about 5x the rate of patients on dialysis) but better overall outcomes of people treated with DFU from 2003-2004 to 2014-2018. The incidence of diabetes is increasing worldwide with concomitant raising number of patients with diabetic... Continue Reading →