ReviewClinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology2023
Improving Physical, Physiological, and Psychological Health Outcomes in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers - State of the Art.
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11 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 13 citations in OpenAlex.
- Clinical guidelines on physical activity and exercise therapy for Chinese adults with type 2 diabetes: A clinical practice guideline from the Chinese Society of Endocrinology.Journal of sport and health science · 2026Guideline
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of diabetic foot ulcers and associated factors among adults in Ethiopia.Archives of public health = Archives belges de sante publique · 2025Pooled it
- Effects of topical ozonated olive oil on lipid profile, quality of life, wound healing and glycemic control in patients with diabetic foot ulcers: a randomized controlled trial.Lipids in health and disease · 2025Trial
- A Brief Patient-Reported Symptom Burden Scale for Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Development and Validation.International wound journal · 2026Article
- Diabetic Foot Screening Guidelines and the Role of Artificial Intelligence: Time to Turn the Tide!The international journal of lower extremity wounds · 2026Review
- Double Flap Tibial Transverse Transport Improves Microcirculation and Peripheral Nerve Function in Severe Diabetic Foot Ulcers.International wound journal · 2026Article
- From guidelines to practice: an Egyptian expert opinion on type 2 diabetes mellitus management in primary care settings.BMC primary care · 2025Article
- Assessing the Possibility of Recurrent Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention via Remote Patient Monitoring: A Feasibility Study.Diabetes/metabolism research and reviews · 2025Article
- Addressing Balance Issues in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Patients: Offloading, Mobility, and Fall Prevention.Cureus · 2025Review
- Correlation of anxiety and depression with pain in patients with diabetic foot ulcers and analysis of risk factors.World journal of psychiatry · 2025Article
- Investigation of the effect of debridement combined with antibiotic-loaded bone cement on pain and psychological status in diabetic foot ulcer patients.Frontiers in medicine · 2025Article
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Abstract
Diabetic foot disease is a complex and challenging complication of diabetes mellitus, which imposes a significant burden of disease on patients, their carers, and the wider health systems. Recurrence rates are high, and current evidence indicates a high mortality associated with it. While management algorithms have primarily focused on the physical aspects of healing, there is increasing recognition of the critical role played by psychological and biomechanical factors in the development and resolution of diabetic foot disease. Therefore, in this paper, we aim to explore how diabetic foot outcomes can be improved by addressing not only the physical but also the psychological and biomechanical aspects that are integral to the development of this condition and its optimal resolution. We explore new technologies that allow for non-invasive objective assessment of the diabetic foot at risk, and we also explore the role of understanding biomechanics, which is essential to determining risk of foot disease, but also the potential for recurrence. In addition, we discuss the evidence linking depression and cognitive impairment to diabetic foot disease and offer our insight on the research direction required before implementing novel information into front-line clinics.
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