Measuring foot pressure in diabetic patients with partial foot amputation
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study measures the pressure on the bottom of your foot while walking, which may help design better shoes or insoles for people with partial foot amputations due to diabetes.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 21 years old
- You have type 2 diabetes
- You have a healed amputation of part of your forefoot (the front part of your foot, including at least the little toe area)
- You can walk 10 meters (about 33 feet) without help or with a simple walking aid
- You can communicate and give consent, and you speak English or Chinese
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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