Improving adherence to orthotic treatment for diabetic foot ulcers
Orthotic Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Patient Adherence to Prescribed Wear and Effectiveness of Treatment
This study is looking at ways to help people with diabetic foot ulcers wear their special shoe inserts more often, by giving some patients extra support and encouragement while others just get regular care, to see if that makes a difference in their healing.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hines, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11034078 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to improve the adherence of patients with diabetic foot ulcers to wearing prescribed orthotic devices. Patients will be divided into two groups: one will receive education and motivational support to encourage orthosis use, while the other will receive standard care without additional encouragement. The study will measure how often patients wear their orthoses and collect clinical data to assess the effectiveness of this intervention. The ultimate goal is to enhance patient outcomes and reduce complications associated with diabetic foot ulcers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with diabetic foot ulcers who are prescribed orthotic devices.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetic foot ulcers or those who are unable to use orthotic devices may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better healing outcomes for patients with diabetic foot ulcers and lower healthcare costs associated with complications.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that educational interventions can improve adherence to medical treatments, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Hines, United States
- Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital — Hines, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Muriuki, Muturi G — Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital
- Study coordinator: Muriuki, Muturi G
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.