Could kitchen vinegar heal diabetic wounds?
NCT ID NCT07373327
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares vinegar-soaked dressings to standard saltwater dressings for treating infected diabetic foot ulcers. 84 adults with moderate-to-severe ulcers will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal is to see which dressing clears bacteria from the wound faster and helps it heal.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- vinegar dressing
- What this could lead to
- If vinegar works better, it could offer a cheap, simple way to help heal diabetic foot ulcers and reduce infections.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial (84 people) that hasn't started yet. Vinegar may not be more effective than saline, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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