Survey aims to uncover hidden triggers of diabetic foot ulcers
NCT ID NCT05464524
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This completed study surveyed 179 adults with diabetes in England to understand how environmental factors like job type, lifestyle, and other health conditions affect the risk, severity, and return of diabetic foot ulcers. Participants filled out a 10-15 minute questionnaire, with an optional follow-up after 12 weeks. The goal is to help healthcare providers take a more holistic approach to preventing and treating these serious wounds.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors and patients understand which daily habits or surroundings raise the risk of diabetic foot ulcers, leading to better prevention advice.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational survey, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all people with diabetes.
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Conditions
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King's College London
London, United Kingdom
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