Plain-English translation of NCT04058639 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether custom felt shoe inserts can help diabetic foot wounds heal more quickly. Diabetic foot ulcers are wounds that develop on the feet of people with diabetes and can be serious if not treated properly. The study compares a personalized custom felt insert made just for you against the standard relief insert that the clinic usually provides, to see which one helps wounds heal faster.
While standard relief inserts work well for many patients, the research team believes that custom-made inserts tailored to each person's foot shape and pressure points might speed up healing time. This study will show whether taking the extra time to customize the insert is worth it.
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If you join this trial, you will be randomly assigned to receive either a custom felt insert made specifically for your foot or the standard relief insert that the clinic normally uses. You will wear your assigned insert and visit the Surgical Outpatient Clinic at Molde Hospital for regular check-ups while your wound heals. The study team will track how long it takes for your wound to heal completely and compare the healing times between the two groups.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 19, 2026 · Not medical advice
Norway
Helse Møre og Romsdal HF
Enrollment target
~74 participants
Started
October 2019
Primary completion
March 2026
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
45 Years – 80 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in March 2025.
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Central contact
Ida Gule
Helse Møre og Romsdal HF
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