Shoe fit rules put to the test for diabetic foot health
NCT ID NCT06025422
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at how different shoe fit guidelines affect pressure inside the shoe for people with diabetes and nerve damage. Researchers measured foot pressure while 26 participants walked in standardized shoes with different toe gap sizes. The goal was to see which fit guideline best reduces pressure that can lead to foot ulcers.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better footwear recommendations to reduce foot ulcers in people with diabetes.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It measures pressure, not actual ulcer prevention.
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Locations
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Leicester Diabetes Centre
Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 4PW, United Kingdom