Medipol University
Rain Uysal
Postural control and plantar pressure are affected by many parameters in diabetic individuals. It is considered important to examine the relationship between changes in plantar pressure distribution and postural balance, physiological expenditure index and gait parameters in diabetic individuals. Within the scope of this project, based on the above mentioned reasons, we plan to produce a personalised off loading insoles designed for diabetic foot.
Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU)
Orthoses
Postural Balance
Plantar Pressure Distrubution
Insole
Demographic Information and Anamnesis Form
Pedobarographic analysis
Postural balance
The Foot Functional Index (FFI)
Sensory Evaluation
Orthotic Satisfaction Questionnaire- Q-YTKMD (QUEST 2.0)
6 Minute Walk Test (6MWT)
Pulse Oximeter Heart Rate and Oxygen Saturation
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Excessive localized loading on the plantar surface leads to repeated microtrauma and the development of diabetic foot ulcers. The plantar region, subjected to constant weight-bearing pressure, develops chronic wounds due to dangerous vascularity. Excessive plantar pressure is considered the primary risk factor for plantar ulcers in diabetic individuals; custom insoles are considered the gold standard in treatment for off-loading plantar pressure. The off-loading technique, which reduces plantar pressure, is an effective ulcer prevention strategy for neuropathic feet with impaired sensation and increased plantar load and tissue stress. A review of the literature shows that previous studies have clearly demonstrated that off-loading insoles are effective in reducing abnormal plantar pressure in a specific area and that they also have some effect on the pressure distribution in surrounding areas. However, the potential impact of this positive effect on postural balance, postural control, and individuals' physiological expenditure and energy consumption has not been sufficiently studied. Therefore, it is considered important to investigate the relationship between changes in plantar pressure distribution, postural balance, physiological expenditure index, and walking parameters in diabetic individuals.
| Study Type : | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Estimated Enrollment : | 25 participants |
| Masking : | NONE |
| Primary Purpose : | TREATMENT |
| Official Title : | The Effect of Using Insoles Specially Designed for Diabetic Foot on Postural Balance and Gait Parameters |
| Actual Study Start Date : | 2025-04-21 |
| Estimated Primary Completion Date : | 2025-08-21 |
| Estimated Study Completion Date : | 2025-11-15 |
Information not available for Arms and Intervention/treatment
| Ages Eligible for Study: | 40 Years to 65 Years |
| Sexes Eligible for Study: | ALL |
| Accepts Healthy Volunteers: |
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Istanbul Medipol University
Istanbul, Turkey, 34794