At-Home Exercise Study for Veterans With Healed Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Description

Population: 25 Veterans with a healed foot ulcer in the last 3-15 months

Site: VA Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS)

Study Duration: Approximately 2 years

Study Design: Randomized, outcome assessor blinded, clinical trial comparing a) a 12-week home-based exercise regimen to b) standard of care

Objectives:

Primary: To assess the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention.

Secondary:

* The effect of the intervention on gait speed,
* The effect of the intervention on other measures of mobility and function including six-minute walk distance, the Modified Physical Performance Test, steps per day and community mobility, and
* The effect of the intervention on lower extremity strength, perfusion of the foot and glycemic control.

Treatment Regimens: 12-week home-based exercise regimen to standard of care

Duration of Participant’s Participation: Up to 31 weeks