Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Optimizing diabetes foot care using eHealth tools

Official title: Optimized Care of People With Diabetes and Foot Complication in Primary Care

Run by Sahlgrenska University Hospital · NCT05692778 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new way to use digital tools to help people with diabetes take better care of their feet and prevent foot ulcers.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment140 (estimated)
SponsorSahlgrenska University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Gothenburg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2020
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2024
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 17, 2024
Trial IDNCT05692778 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals with diabetes being treated in Region Västra Götaland who can understand spoken and written Swedish.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not understand spoken and written Swedish will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to create and evaluate a new management approach for preventing diabetic foot ulcers through the use of eHealth tools. It focuses on validating the effectiveness and reliability of a structured foot assessment method called 'D-Foot CARE' and gathers insights from healthcare professionals and patients on their experiences with foot examinations. The study employs questionnaires and interviews to explore the design of future foot examinations and factors influencing footwear choices among patients with diabetes. The goal is to enhance foot care practices in primary care settings.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce the incidence of diabetic foot ulcers among patients with diabetes.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with eHealth approaches in managing diabetes, but this specific method is novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria patients:

* Persons with diabetes being treated in Region Västra Götaland
* Understand spoken and written Swedish

Exclusion Criteria:

• Not understand spoken and written Swedish

Inclusion Criteria healthcare professionals:

* Professionals working with patients with diabetes having foot complications.
* Working in Region Västra Götaland
* Understand spoken and written Swedish

Where it's running

  • Departmetn of Prosthetics & Orthotics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.