New study aims to find best way to measure foot calluses in diabetes

NCT ID NCT07412561

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares several non-invasive methods to measure foot calluses (plantar hyperkeratosis) in 50 people, half with diabetes and half without. The goal is to find the most reliable technique for assessing callus hardness and stiffness, which could help prevent foot ulcers in diabetes. Participants undergo a single session of pressure, hardness, stiffness, and temperature measurements.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify the best way to measure foot calluses, potentially leading to better prevention of foot ulcers in people with diabetes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage diagnostic study with only 50 participants. It does not test a treatment, so it may not directly change patient care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus Keratoderma, Palmoplantar, Epidermolytic keratosis palmoplantar keratosis

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