Smart mat could help diabetics avoid foot ulcers
NCT ID NCT05968924
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether people with diabetes would use a special foot mat at home every day. The mat, called the Podimetrics SmartMat, measures foot temperature to spot early signs of foot ulcers. Twenty people who had a foot ulcer in the past used the mat for six months. The main goal was to see if they would stick with using it, not whether it actually prevented ulcers.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Podimetrics SmartMat (a foot mat device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple home tool that helps people with diabetes catch foot ulcers early, preventing serious complications.
What could go wrong
This was a very small study (20 people) focused on whether people would use the mat regularly, not on whether it actually prevents ulcers. Larger studies are needed to prove it works.
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Locations
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Montefiore Medical Center
The Bronx, New York, 10461, United States