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Pedography and Diabetes

Pedography is a measurement tool for the early recognition of the altered pressure patterns in the individual who suffers from Diabetes. As it is known, Diabetes can decrease the circulation and the sensation, as well as the shape of the foot due to neuropathy. The aim of the multi-disciplinary scientific team concerning the diabetic foot is to prevent ulcerations and amputations. Pedography is an easy and low cost method to achieve this aim. It was documented that during walking the plantar aspect of the metatarsal area displays increased and longer loadings than the healthy feet. In recent studies it was noted that 50 to 60 N per square centimeter, measured on a calibrated EMED platform with two sensors per square centimeter, indicates a risk threshold for ulceration. Consequently, together with the standard methods of treating diabetic feet, it is absolutely essential to make the necessary corrections of the pressure distribution of the increased loadings of the plantar aspect of the diabetic feet with the use of proper orthotic devices. A combination of these insoles with the right type of footwear can provide safe walking without the fear of ulcerations. The patient can then be tested while walking for the quantification of the load distribution with the PEDAR In-shoe pressure distribution measurement system.

 
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