Can a simple cream soothe diabetic dry feet?
NCT ID NCT00947726
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a ceramide-based foot cream (CeraVe) applied twice daily for two weeks could reduce water loss and dryness in the feet of people with non-insulin dependent diabetes. Ten adults with moderate to severe dry feet participated. The goal was to see if the cream could improve skin hydration and comfort.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ceramide-based foot cream (CeraVe)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple over-the-counter cream to help people with diabetes manage dry, cracked feet.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very small trial with only 10 people and no control group, so results may not apply widely. The cream may not work for everyone.
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