Effectiveness of foot skin protection technology in elderly patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of foot skin protection technology in elderly patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Methods

The foot skin protection technology was developed based on a comprehensive literature review and preliminary research conducted by our research team. Subsequently, 88 elderly patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy and experiencing foot skin problems were recruited from two community health service centers in Shanghai. Using a random number table, the participants were randomly assigned to either the control group or the experimental group. Patients in the experimental group received foot skin protection technology interventions, while those in the control group received standard community nursing guidance for

SUBMITTER: Zhou L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11367785 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature