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From Controversies to Consensus: Rethinking Exercise in Diabetic Foot Disease #ActAgainstAmputation #Exercise

What happens when one of the oldest prescriptions in medicine—movement—is withheld from one of the most at-risk patient populations? This important question is tackled head-on in a recent review by Sutkowska, Korzon-Burakowska, and Biernat, titled “On the Merits of Targeted and Individualized Physical Exercise in Persons with Diabetic Foot Disease – From Controversies to Consensus” . In... Continue Reading →

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A Step Forward in Foot Care: Low-Cost Indigenous Offloading Sandal Matches Imported Devices in Healing Diabetic Ulcer #ActAgainstAmputation #Offloading #DFU #DiabeticFoot

Screenshot In an important pilot study from Chennai, India, Prof. Vijay Viswanathan and his team at the M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Prof. M. Viswanathan Diabetes Research Centre have shown that a low-cost, indigenously developed offloading sandal is just as effective as a far more expensive imported counterpart in healing diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) . The... Continue Reading →

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New Insights in Adherence Monitoring for Removable Cast Walkers

💡 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 →

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Plantar Kinetics During Wheeled Knee Walker Use Compared to Different Assistive Walking Devices in Persons With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus #ActAgainstAmputation #Offloading #Shear

Understanding the Impact of Assistive Walking Devices on Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a common and serious complication of diabetes, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. The management of these ulcers often involves the use of assistive walking devices to offload pressure from the affected foot, promoting healing and preventing further tissue... Continue Reading →

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Offloading and adherence through technological advancements: Modern approaches for better foot care in diabetes #ActAgainstAmputation #ALPSlimb #NIDDK #SmartBoot

In the realm of diabetic foot care, the integration of technology has opened new avenues for managing and preventing diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), a common and serious complication of diabetes. A recent publication by Sicco A. Bus, Neil D. Reeves, David G. Armstrong, and Bijan Najafi, titled "Offloading and adherence through technological advancements: Modern approaches... Continue Reading →

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Charcot Foot Offloading in Early Stages: A Promising Approach to Reduce Treatment Duration and Surgery: Diabetes Care

A pilot study published in Diabetes Care on November 30, 2023, by Johan Schoug and colleagues, presents compelling evidence on the benefits of early offloading in Charcot foot (CF), a serious complication of diabetes. The study's objective was to determine if offloading in the earliest phase of active CF, known as stage 0, could influence... Continue Reading →

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Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment: The Promise of Minimally Invasive Offloading Osteotomy

Introduction:Diabetes mellitus, a global health challenge, often leads to complex complications, one of which is the diabetic foot ulcer. These ulcers, arising as a consequence of the disease, pose significant treatment challenges. However, a new study sheds light on an innovative approach that could change the way these ulcers are treated. Study Overview:A recent study,... Continue Reading →

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A patient’s guide to understanding offloading

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRolebcoL2g&t=228s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S55U_GpcDYE&t=29s

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Sensor-Assisted Wound Therapy: A Leap Forward in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment? #ActAgainstAmputation

In the realm of diabetic foot ulcer treatment, a recent randomized clinical trial has shed light on the potential of sensor-assisted wound therapy. The study, published on PubMed, enrolled 20 ambulatory patients to evaluate the effectiveness of this innovative approach[1]. The trial divided the participants into two groups. Both groups used the same offloading and... Continue Reading →

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Lean on Knee: Wheeled Knee Walkers for Diabetic Foot Ulcers #ActAgainstAmputation #Offloading

In a recent publication in Clinical Biomechanics, a study led by researchers from the University of Nebraska Omaha delved into the challenges faced by patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) when using walking aids for mobility due to diabetic foot ulcers. The aim was to alleviate the undue stress on the hands, which is... Continue Reading →

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