Actively Recruiting
Evaluating a Lifestyle Intervention to Prevent Recurrence of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Led by University of Southern California · Updated on 2025-06-22
60
Participants Needed
3
Research Sites
54 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
People with diabetes often experience foot ulcers, which can harm their ability to move, lower their quality of life, and increase the chances of losing a limb. These diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) commonly come back (recur) even after they've healed, so it's crucial to stop them from returning to avoid toe, foot , or leg amputation. While wearing special shoes to reduce pressure on the feet is essential for healing and preventing DFUs, many people struggle to follow this treatment plan once their ulcers have healed. This study aims to see if a lifestyle-focused program can help participants create daily routines and habits that make it easier to consistently use special shoes and take care of their diabetes and feet to prevent ulcers from recurring.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Evaluating a Lifestyle Intervention to Prevent Recurrence of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 21 years or older
- Healed diabetic foot ulcer within the past twelve months
- Able to walk independently (use of a cane is acceptable)
You will not qualify if you...
- Current active diabetic foot ulcer
- History of amputation beyond a toe or part of the foot
- Unable to walk (non-ambulatory) at the start of the study
- Self-reported deafness or blindness
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 3 locations
1
Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
Downey, California, United States, 90242
Not Yet Recruiting
2
Keck Hospital of USC
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90033
Actively Recruiting
3
Los Angeles General Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90033
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
T
Tze-Woei Tan, MD
CONTACT
E
Elaine Wong
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
PREVENTION
Number of Arms
2
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