Plain-English translation of NCT07021222 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 study is looking for patterns and risk factors that could help prevent foot ulcers in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will perform detailed tests — including imaging, blood work, and physical assessments — at specialized centers to better understand what makes some people more likely to develop foot problems. By comparing two groups of people (those at moderate risk and those who've already had ulcers that have healed), the study aims to identify early warning signs.
Foot ulcers are a serious complication of diabetes that can lead to infection and disability. Right now, doctors don't fully understand all the factors that cause some people to develop these ulcers while others don't. This research will help identify which warning signs matter most, so doctors can prevent ulcers before they start.
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You will visit three specialized medical centers for detailed assessments. At your first visit, you'll undergo advanced imaging of your feet, blood tests, and a thorough physical exam. You'll return for a second visit 12 months later to repeat these same tests. The visits are non-invasive — no medication to take — and are designed to gather detailed information about your foot health and metabolism.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 10, 2026 · Not medical advice
Italy
Sponsor
Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Collaborators
IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Maria Cecilia Hospital
Enrollment target
~150 participants
Started
November 2025
Primary completion
March 2027
Age range
18 Years – 75 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in January 2026.
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Central contact
Lisa Berti, MD
Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.