Relieving pressure on diabetic feet safely

The Total Contact Cast (TCC) rigid cast is still considered the gold standard¹ for immobilising and relieving pressure on diabetic feet. However, it cannot be removed and often causes practical problems for users in their daily lives.

Pre-fabricated relief orthoses and wound care shoes serve as a suitable alternative for everyday use. Guidelines (IWGDF 2023) confirm good results when used correctly².

How wound care shoes work

Wound care shoes provide pressure relief as well as foot relief. They protect both the foot wound and the wound dressing. At the same time, they are comfortable, washable and hygienic. Unlike total contact casts, they can be removed – for example, for showering or sleeping.

Streifeneder's wound care shoes score highly with their well-designed features:

• Anti-slip spots for greater stability
• Hygienic thanks to antibacterial inner materials
• Adaptive shaft design with sufficient space for bandages
• Rigid roll-off sole for safe pressure redistribution
• Cube-cushion sole for selective pressure relief
• Magnetic fastening for easy use

The benefits for your patients

Wound care shoes bridge the gap between the gold standard and everyday care. Consistent relief of the wound is crucial for the success of the therapy – this is where the high acceptance of wound care shoes pays off. Daily use in ambulatory and clinical care ensures better prevention of ulcer recurrence and possible amputation.

New DFS patient guide now available

Our patient guide ‘Living with Diabetic Foot Syndrome’ has been completely updated. Download the latest version here:

>> Patient Guide DFS

Any questions or requests?

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Kind regards

Streifeneder ortho.production GmbH

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Sources:

1. IWGDF Guideline on offloading foot ulcers in persons with diabetes (2023)
2. IWGDF Guideline on the prevention of foot ulcers in persons with diabetes (2023)
3. Bus SA et al. Diabetes Care. 2013; 36(12): 4109–16

Armstrong DG et al. Diabetes Care. 2003; 26(9): 2595–7