3D printed insoles aim to prevent diabetic foot ulcers
NCT ID NCT05301478
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested custom 3D printed insoles for people with diabetes who are at risk of foot ulcers. Thirty participants wore different types of insoles in a lab to see which ones best reduced pressure on the bottom of the feet. The goal was to improve foot health and mobility.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- 3D printed custom foot orthotics (insoles)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, these insoles could help prevent foot ulcers and improve mobility in people with diabetes.
- What could go wrong
- This was a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The insoles were tested in a lab, not in daily life.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division, Seattle, WA
Seattle, Washington, 98108-1532, United States
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