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Footwear and insole design features to prevent foot ulceration in people with diabetes: a systematic review protocol

Year: 2017

Type: review

Abstract: Review question/objective: The aim of this systematic review is to identify the key design features of footwear and insoles that are used to offload the plantar surface of the foot to prevent foot ulceration in adults with diabetes. More specifically, the objectives are to identify the key design features of footwear and insoles to offload the plantar surface of the foot with regard to: Profile/shape of the insole, shoe upper and shoe outsole Material type and properties of the insole and shoe outsole Modifications made to the insole and shoe outsole Fabrication techniques used for the insole and shoe.

Source: The JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports

DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2016-003291

Authors: Richard Collings, Jennifer Freeman, Jos M. Latour, Sam Glasser, Joanne Paton

Institutions: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, University of Plymouth

Language: English

Topic: Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute for Health and Care Research