Exploring the Value of Continuous Plantar Temperature Monitoring for Diabetic Foot Health Management: Observational, Prospective Cohort Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a life-changing complication of diabetes. There is increasing evidence that remote plantar temperature monitoring can reduce the recurrence of DFUs. Monitoring of foot temperature once a day is the current guideline for identifying early signs of foot inflammation. However, single readings of physiological signals can increase the risk of misdiagnosis when the signals fluctuate throughout the day.

Objective

The aim of this study was to evaluate whether intraday temperature asymmetry signals were stable or varied as a function of time in individuals at risk of DFUs.

Methods

In total, 64 participants with diabetes (mean age 68, SD 13.8 y) were provided with multimodal sensory insoles (Orpyx Sensory Insoles) to monitor continuou

SUBMITTER: Hajizadeh M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12431787 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature