DIABETIC FOOT ULCER

This study tested a new method called the inforatio technique to help heal diabetic foot ulcers. The technique involves making tiny cuts in the wound to trigger the body's natural healing response. The trial included 100 adults with diabetes and foot ulcers that had not healed fo…

This study tested a new medicine called AUP1602-C for diabetic foot ulcers that won't heal. It involved 64 adults with diabetes and a foot sore that didn't get better with standard care. The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and helps close the wound.

This study tested a special powder dressing against standard bandages for healing diabetic foot ulcers. 135 adults with diabetes and foot sores that had lasted at least 30 days took part. The goal was to see if the powder helped wounds close faster and more completely.

This study tested a special skin substitute called Restrata on 30 adults with diabetic foot ulcers. The goal was to see how well it helped wounds close and heal over 14 weeks. Results will guide whether larger studies are needed.

This study tested whether a special dietary supplement could help heal foot ulcers in people with diabetes and prevent amputations. It included 35 adults with diabetes and a foot ulcer who were already using the supplement at home. Researchers tracked wound healing and amputation…

This study looked at whether a personalized approach using custom-made shoes and other foot devices can reduce the return of foot ulcers in people with diabetes. 126 adults with diabetes who had a healed foot ulcer in the past 4 years took part. The goal was to see if this approa…

This study tested a light-based treatment called antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) on diabetic foot ulcers. 94 people with infected foot wounds received either aPDT or a placebo. The goal was to see if aPDT improves wound healing and quality of life. Results are not yet p…

This study tested a new wound treatment called Symphony™ against standard care for diabetic foot ulcers that won't heal. 143 adults with these chronic sores took part. The goal was to see if Symphony™ helps more ulcers close completely within 12 weeks.

This study tested whether adding special wound dressings (called CAMPs) to standard care helps close diabetic foot and leg ulcers better than standard care alone. 292 adults with nonhealing ulcers took part. The main goal was to see if more ulcers healed completely with the added…

This study tested whether a dressing made from a patient's own blood (platelet-rich plasma) helps heal chronic wounds better than a standard saltwater (saline) dressing. One hundred adults with long-lasting skin ulcers, including diabetic foot sores, took part. The goal was to se…

This study tested a device that delivers oxygen directly to chronic diabetic foot ulcers to help them heal. 73 people with diabetes and foot ulcers that had not healed for at least 4 weeks took part. Half used the real oxygen device, and half used a fake device, while everyone wo…

This study tested a gel called PEP-TISSEEL on diabetic foot ulcers. 59 adults with diabetes and shallow foot sores took part. The goal was to see if the gel helps wounds close safely within 12 weeks. Results will show if it speeds healing compared to standard care.

This study tested a new type of dressing for foot ulcers in people with diabetes. 40 adults with a diabetic foot ulcer were randomly assigned to receive either the new dressing or a standard foam dressing. All participants also wore a removable offloading boot. The main goal was …

This study tested whether a special glass wound dressing helps heal diabetic foot ulcers faster than standard care alone. About 148 adults with diabetes and a foot sore that had not healed for at least 4 weeks took part. Researchers measured complete healing, wound size reduction…

This study looked at a gel called CACIPLIQ20 for people with chronic leg or foot wounds that hadn't healed for at least 6 months. 191 adults were followed for up to 20 weeks to see if adding the gel to standard care helped wounds close completely. The goal was to measure how many…

This study tested a treatment called ALLO-ASC-DFU for diabetic foot ulcers that are deep but not infected. It included 104 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The goal was to see if the treatment helps wounds close completely compared to a placebo.

This study tested a product called BR-AC, made from donated birth tissue, for treating diabetic foot ulcers. 71 adults with diabetes and hard-to-heal foot sores were split into two groups: one got standard wound care plus BR-AC, the other got standard care alone. The goal was to …

This study tested a new way to treat diabetic foot ulcers by transplanting a patient's own skin cells during surgery. 108 adults with hard-to-heal foot wounds took part. The goal was to see if this method helps wounds close faster and lowers the chance of the ulcer coming back wi…

This study tested a device called OptiPulse that uses light to improve blood flow in the foot, helping heal diabetic foot ulcers. 162 adults with a non-healing ulcer received either the device plus standard wound care or standard care alone. The goal was to see if more ulcers clo…

This study looked at 604 people with diabetes to see how well simple bedside tests (like listening to blood flow with a Doppler) can detect poor leg circulation compared to detailed scans (CTA or MRA). Poor circulation is a major cause of leg amputations in diabetes, but finding …

This early-phase study tested a topical gel called BB-101 on diabetic foot and leg ulcers. Fourteen adults with diabetes received either the gel or a placebo, along with standard wound care. The main goals were to check safety and see if the treatment might help heal ulcers faste…

This study tested whether applying ozone gas directly to diabetic foot ulcers helps them heal faster. Researchers compared ozone plus standard wound care to standard care alone in 430 adults. The goal was to see if ozone improves wound size, oxygen levels, and infection control. …

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during foot care can lower pain and anxiety in people with diabetic foot ulcers. 64 adults were split into two groups: one received standard care, the other watched VR while their feet were treated. Researchers measured pain, a…

This study looked at how well veterans with diabetic foot ulcers follow their doctor's advice to wear a special walking boot. Researchers measured how long patients wore the boot and tracked whether their foot ulcers got smaller or healed. The goal was to find ways to speed up he…

This study tested whether a substance from royal jelly, called Royalactin, can help heal diabetic foot ulcers. Ten people with diabetes and a specific type of foot ulcer received either standard care plus Royalactin or standard care alone. Researchers measured ulcer size and look…

This study looked back at medical records from 160 people who had already taken part in a trial for a diabetic foot ulcer treatment (ON101 or Aquacel). The goal was to figure out how much their ulcer care cost, including things like amputations and blood pressure checks. No new t…

This study looked at how a special wound dressing called Phoenix Wound Matrix affects the germs (bacteria and fungi) in hard-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers. Eleven adults with diabetes took part. Researchers checked the wound germs and healing signs before and after using the matri…

This study looked at whether using telemedicine (video or phone calls) helps people with hard-to-heal leg wounds in rural areas see a specialist faster than going in person. About 116 adults with leg ulcers from conditions like diabetes or poor blood flow took part. Researchers m…

This completed study surveyed 179 adults with diabetes in England to understand how factors like job type, lifestyle, and other health conditions affect the development and healing of diabetic foot ulcers. Participants answered a short questionnaire and some provided follow-up in…

This study tested whether people with diabetes would regularly use a special foot mat at home. The mat measures foot temperature to spot early signs of foot ulcers. Twenty adults who had a foot ulcer in the past two years took part. The goal was to see how often they used the mat…

This study looked at whether a new DNA-based test can better identify bacteria in diabetic foot ulcers compared to standard methods. Researchers enrolled 44 adults with diabetes and an infected foot ulcer. The goal was to see if this test could help doctors choose the right antib…

This study looked at how well different shoe fit guidelines work for people with diabetes who have lost feeling in their feet. Researchers measured foot pressure and temperature in 26 participants while they walked in shoes with different toe gaps. The goal was to find which fit …