DIABETIC FOOT ULCER

This study tested a new medicine called AUP1602-C for people with diabetes who have foot ulcers that are not healing. The goal was to see if it is safe and helps close the wound better than standard care. 64 adults with type 1 or 2 diabetes took part, and researchers measured sid…

This study tested whether a special glass wound dressing helps heal diabetic foot ulcers faster than standard care alone. About 148 adults with diabetes and a foot ulcer took part. The main goal was to see if more wounds closed completely with the glass dressing.

This study tested a new approach for treating diabetic foot ulcers, which are hard-to-heal wounds. In the experiment, doctors took a small sample of the patient's own skin cells and applied them to the ulcer during surgery, along with a thin skin graft. The control group received…

This study tested whether a dressing made from a patient's own platelets (platelet-rich plasma) helps heal chronic wounds better than a standard saline dressing. One hundred adults with long-lasting skin ulcers, including diabetic foot ulcers, took part. The goal was to see if th…

This study tested a device called OptiPulse™, which uses light to improve blood flow in small blood vessels, to see if it helps heal diabetic foot ulcers better than standard care. 162 adults with a non-healing foot ulcer took part. The main goal was to see how many ulcers fully …

This study tested whether adding a special wound covering (BR-AC) to standard care helps diabetic foot ulcers heal faster. 71 adults with diabetes took part. The main goal was to see if more wounds closed completely within 12 weeks with the added treatment.

This study tested a new type of dressing for foot ulcers in people with diabetes. 40 adults with a diabetic foot ulcer were randomly assigned to get either the new dressing or a standard foam dressing. The main goal was to see how many ulcers healed completely within 12 weeks.

This study tested a treatment called ALLO-ASC-DFU for diabetic foot ulcers that have not healed for at least 4 weeks. 104 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes took part. The goal was to see if the treatment helps wounds close completely compared to a placebo.

This study tested whether a special dietary supplement could help heal diabetic foot ulcers and prevent amputations in 35 people with diabetes. Participants took the supplement at home and were monitored weekly for up to 6 weeks. The main goals were to see how many ulcers fully h…

This study tested whether adding cellular, acellular, or matrix-like products (CAMPs) to standard wound care helps close diabetic foot and venous leg ulcers completely. 292 adults with nonhealing ulcers were randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone or standard care…

This study tested a skin substitute called Restrata Wound Matrix on 30 adults with diabetic foot ulcers. The goal was to see if it helped wounds close within 14 weeks. Researchers measured wound size and closure time to decide if larger studies are needed.

This study tested a personalized approach using custom-made shoes and other foot devices to prevent diabetic foot ulcers from returning. 126 adults with diabetes who had a healed foot ulcer in the past 4 years took part. The goal was to see if matching the right foot support to e…

This study tested a device that delivers oxygen directly to chronic diabetic foot ulcers to help them heal. 73 adults with diabetes and foot sores that had not healed for at least 4 weeks took part. Half used the real oxygen device, and half used a fake device, while everyone rec…

This study tested a special powder dressing against standard wound care to see which heals diabetic foot ulcers better. 135 adults with diabetes and foot sores took part. The goal was to find a more effective way to close these wounds and prevent complications.

This study looked at a gel called CACIPLIQ20 for people with chronic leg or foot wounds that hadn't healed for at least 6 months. 191 adults were treated with the gel plus standard care and followed for up to 20 weeks. The main goal was to see how many wounds fully closed, and re…

This study tested a gel called PEP-TISSEEL on diabetic foot ulcers. 59 adults with diabetes and shallow foot sores received the gel or standard care. Researchers checked if the gel helped wounds close completely within 12 weeks and monitored for side effects.

This study tested a light-based treatment called antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) on diabetic foot ulcers. 94 people with infected foot wounds received either aPDT or a placebo. The goal was to see if aPDT improves wound healing and quality of life. Results are not yet p…

This study tested a new wound treatment called Symphony™ against standard care for diabetic foot ulcers that won't heal. 143 adults with these chronic sores took part. The goal was to see if Symphony™ helps more ulcers close completely within 12 weeks.

This study looked at how well simple bedside tests (like using a Doppler device or checking blood pressure in the ankle and toe) can detect poor leg circulation in people with diabetes. Poor circulation is a major cause of leg amputations in diabetes. The study involved 604 adult…

This study tested whether a substance from royal jelly (Royalactin) helps heal diabetic foot ulcers. Ten people with a specific type of foot sore received either standard care plus the jelly extract or standard care alone. Researchers measured wound size and looked at skin cell c…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during foot care can lower pain and anxiety in people with diabetic foot ulcers. Sixty-four adults were split into two groups: one received standard care, the other watched VR while their wounds were treated. Researchers measur…

This early-stage study tested a topical gel called BB-101 in 14 people with diabetic foot or leg ulcers. The main goal was to check safety and side effects, while also seeing if the gel helps ulcers heal faster. All participants received standard wound care alongside the gel or a…

This study looked at how well veterans with diabetic foot ulcers follow their doctor's advice to wear a special walking boot. Researchers measured how much the boot was worn, how the ulcer healed, and how many ulcers appeared. The goal was to see if better boot use leads to faste…

This study tested a new method called inforatio to help heal diabetic foot ulcers. The technique involves making small cuts in the wound to trigger the body's natural healing response. 100 adults with diabetes took part. The main goal was to see if the ulcers healed completely.

This study tested whether applying ozone gas directly to diabetic foot ulcers helps them heal faster. Researchers compared ozone plus standard wound care to standard care alone in 430 adults. The goal was to see if ozone improves wound size, oxygen levels, and infection control. …

This study looked at whether people with diabetes who had a foot ulcer before would regularly use a special foot mat at home. The mat measures foot temperature to spot early signs of a new ulcer. 20 participants used the mat for six months, and the researchers tracked how often t…

This study looked back at 160 people who had diabetic foot ulcers and were part of an earlier trial. The goal was to understand the medical costs tied to their care, including treatments like ON101 or Aquacel. Researchers also checked things like blood pressure and amputation rat…

This study looked at how the fit of shoes affects pressure on the feet of people with diabetes and nerve damage. Researchers tested three different toe-gap standards to see which one best reduces pressure that can lead to foot ulcers. 26 participants walked in special shoes while…

This study looked at how a wound dressing called Phoenix Wound Matrix changes the types of bacteria and fungi in hard-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers. Eleven adults with diabetes took part. Researchers collected samples before and after using the dressing to see how the wound's germ…

This study tested a Turkish version of a questionnaire that helps people with diabetes take better care of their feet to prevent ulcers. Researchers interviewed 202 adults with diabetes to see if the tool was reliable and accurate. The tool covers daily foot care, checking for ea…

This study surveyed 179 adults with diabetes in England who have or had a diabetic foot ulcer. Researchers asked about job, lifestyle, and other factors to see how they affect ulcer risk and healing. The goal is to help doctors and patients better understand and manage these seri…

This study looked at whether a new DNA-based test can better identify bacteria in diabetic foot ulcers compared to standard methods. Researchers enrolled 44 adults with diabetes and an infected foot ulcer. The goal was to see if this test could help doctors choose the right antib…

This study looked at whether using telemedicine (video or phone calls) helps people with hard-to-heal leg wounds in rural areas see a specialist faster than going in person. About 116 adults with leg ulcers from conditions like diabetes or poor blood flow took part. Researchers m…