Diabetic foot is one of the main complications of diabetes mellitus, with a high risk of ulcerations and amputations due to peripheral neuropathy and vascular alterations. The non-uniform distribution of plantar pressures plays a key role in the development of these lesions, making the use of targeted orthopedic solutions essential. Orthopedic shoes and braces are commonly used to reduce loads and prevent tissue damage, but their effectiveness must be evaluated with objective measurements. This thesis analyzes plantar pressures in diabetic patients through baropodometric insoles, advanced tools able to detect in real time the distribution of forces under the sole of the foot. Through data collection and analysis, the effectiveness of different orthopedic solutions in improving the distribution of pressures during walking is evaluated. The results obtained allow us to understand the impact of these devices on gait and patient comfort, providing useful indications for the optimization of the design of orthopedic shoes and braces and for a more effective approach to the management of plantar pressures.
Il piede diabetico rappresenta una delle principali complicanze del diabete mellito, con un alto rischio di ulcerazioni e amputazioni dovute a neuropatia periferica ed alterazioni vascolari. La distribuzione non uniforme delle pressioni plantari gioca un ruolo chiave nello sviluppo di queste lesioni, rendendo fondamentale l’uso di soluzioni ortopediche mirate. Scarpe ortopediche e tutori sono comunemente impiegati per ridurre i carichi e prevenire danni ai tessuti, ma la loro efficacia deve essere valutata con misurazioni oggettive. Questa tesi analizza le pressioni plantari nei pazienti diabetici attraverso solette baropodometriche, strumenti avanzati in grado di rilevare in tempo reale la distribuzione delle forze sotto la pianta del piede. Attraverso la raccolta e l’analisi dei dati, si valuta l’efficacia di diverse soluzioni ortopediche nel migliorare la distribuzione delle pressioni durante la deambulazione. I risultati ottenuti permettono di comprendere l’impatto di questi dispositivi sul cammino e sul comfort del paziente, fornendo indicazioni utili per l’ottimizzazione del design delle scarpe ortopediche e dei tutori e per un approccio più efficace alla gestione delle pressioni plantari.
MISURAZIONE ED ANALISI PRESSIONI PLANTARI IN CALZATURE E TUTORI PER PAZIENTI DIABETICI
POLISENO, SARA
2024/2025
Abstract
Diabetic foot is one of the main complications of diabetes mellitus, with a high risk of ulcerations and amputations due to peripheral neuropathy and vascular alterations. The non-uniform distribution of plantar pressures plays a key role in the development of these lesions, making the use of targeted orthopedic solutions essential. Orthopedic shoes and braces are commonly used to reduce loads and prevent tissue damage, but their effectiveness must be evaluated with objective measurements. This thesis analyzes plantar pressures in diabetic patients through baropodometric insoles, advanced tools able to detect in real time the distribution of forces under the sole of the foot. Through data collection and analysis, the effectiveness of different orthopedic solutions in improving the distribution of pressures during walking is evaluated. The results obtained allow us to understand the impact of these devices on gait and patient comfort, providing useful indications for the optimization of the design of orthopedic shoes and braces and for a more effective approach to the management of plantar pressures.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12075/22110