Testing a new remote monitoring program for diabetic foot ulcers
Feasibility and effectiveness of a pilot remote monitoring program for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers
This study is testing a new smartphone app that lets people with diabetic foot ulcers share weekly photos of their wounds to see if it works better and makes them happier than regular in-person check-ups, and it involves 120 participants over 12 weeks to see how well it helps with healing and preventing serious problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10701021 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a novel remote monitoring program designed to help manage diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) by allowing patients to upload weekly photos of their wounds using a smartphone application. The study aims to compare the effectiveness and patient satisfaction of this remote monitoring approach against traditional in-person care. By enrolling 120 patients, the research will assess how well this technology can help in tracking wound healing and reducing the risk of major amputations over a 12-week period.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with diabetes who are experiencing diabetic foot ulcers.
Not a fit: Patients without diabetic foot ulcers or those who do not have access to the necessary technology for remote monitoring may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healing times and reduced amputation rates for patients with diabetic foot ulcers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using remote monitoring technologies for chronic wound management, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hicks, Caitlin Whitney — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Hicks, Caitlin Whitney
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.