Essays about: "Diabetic Foot Ulcer"

Found 1 essay containing the words Diabetic Foot Ulcer.

  1. 1. The effect of the shoe sole on Plantar Pressure distribution

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Geraldine Ejimadu; [2020]
    Keywords : Peak Plantar Pressure; PP; pressure distribution; Diabetic Foot Ulcer; DFU;

    Abstract : Patients affected by Diabetes Mellitus have reduced tactile sensitivity and atrophy of the small muscles in the foot, resulting in high-pressure points that may remain unnoticed. The increased pressure can cause micro-trauma leading to wounds. Because of the Diabetes Mellitus, DFUs do not heal easily. READ MORE