Long-Term Effects of Multimedia Education and "Foot Alerts" Through the MyU App on Diabetic Foot Care in Individuals With Moderate-High Risk: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diabetic foot ulceration (DFU) is the leading cause of nontraumatic amputations in people with diabetes. Research shows that improving patient awareness can result in short-term improvements, but Cochrane reviews report insufficient high-quality evidence.

Objective

This study aims to investigate the effects of multimedia presentation and smartphone alerts to enhance long-term knowledge and foot care behaviors in individuals at moderate-to-high risk of DFU.

Methods

Participants were randomized to a control group, receiving usual diabetic foot care advice (n=40), or an intervention group, receiving a multimedia diabetic foot care presentation and regular "foot alerts" through the MyU smartphone app on top of usual care (n=37). Patient's knowledge and behavior

SUBMITTER: Alawadhi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12800894 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature