Custom 3D printed insoles may help diabetic patients avoid foot ulcers
NCT ID NCT07641764
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether 3D printed custom insoles are better than regular ready-to-wear insoles at reducing foot pressure in people with diabetic neuropathy. High foot pressure can lead to ulcers and mobility problems. Twenty-two adults with diabetes and nerve damage will be randomly assigned to one of two insole groups, and their foot pressure will be measured over 8 weeks.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 22 people
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- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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35 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 35 to 65 years * Diagnosed with diabetes mellitus * Clinical diagnosis of diabetic peripheral neuropathy * Ability to walk independently without walking aids * Normal cognitive function * Corrected or uncorrected vision sufficient for safe ambulation * Willingness to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of active foot ulcer * External wound on lower extremity * History of lower limb surgery within past 6 months * Major lower limb amputation * Foot drop * Peripheral vascular disease * Neuromuscular diseases (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis) * Charcot arthropathy * Inability to comply with study protocol
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University of Faisalabad
Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 3800, Pakistan
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