Flexor Tenotomy and Ulcer Recurrence
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorAcademisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA)
About this trial
The main purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of flexor tenotomy on the prevention of recurrence of toe ulcers in people with diabetes and a history of toe ulceration. Additionally, the investigators aim to assess interphalangeal joints (IPJ) and metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) angles in a weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing position, bare-foot plantar pressure during walking and quality of life before and after the intervention and compare between study groups.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
A minimum age of 18 years
Sufficient understanding of Dutch/English language
Capable of filling out informed consent
Peripheral polyneuropathy
Disqualifiers
No written informed consent
Not meeting the inclusion criteria
Open ulcers on the toes
Previous participation in the study
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Flexor tenotomy
Treatment groups
66 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov