After three years of development, a smart insole designed by researchers at the University of Malta is showing promising ...

Similarly, thirteen months later, he had one of the toes on his right foot amputated from a diabetic foot ulcer with gangrene ... He said he’s also requested orthopedic shoes and a walker, but only ...

Imagine your shoes alerting you to foot injuries before you feel any ... Some foot conditions, particularly linked to diabetes, can be life-threatening. Diabetic foot ulcers have a five-year death ...

Stomach ulcers affect about one in ten Americans, turning the simple pleasure of eating into an exercise in pain management. But here’s what the pharmaceutical companies don’t want you to ...

The future of wearable foot technology is promising, however. Devices are becoming smaller, more affordable and easier to use. Innovations like 3D printing now enable customised smart insoles that ...

FibroBiologics and Charles River have announced the completion of FibroBiologics’ master cell bank for a product that will be evaluated for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers and other ...

The cause of diabetic blisters is unknown. Many lesions appear with no known injury. Wearing shoes that don’t fit well can cause blisters. The fungal infection Candida albicans is another common ...

Finding shoes that are comfortable, fashionable and breathable can be a difficult task, especially if you tend to have sweaty feet. Whether you’re looking for moisture-wicking running shoes ...

Diabetic patients often suffer from peripheral neuropathy, leading to reduced sensation in their feet and an increased risk of foot ulcers. If untreated, these ulcers can result in severe ...

In 2020, a seemingly ordinary day during his mother’s funeral in northern Ghana changed everything for 62-year-old Maalneriba-Tia.While sitting under a tree, a casual observation by his brother of an ...