The impact of surgical intervention on statographic parameters of patients with diabetic foot syndrome

Abstract

Taking into account that the prevalence of diabetes mellitus continues to increase worldwide, secondary complications associated with this endocrine disorder are becoming increasingly common. Disruption of glucose homeostasis and hyperglycemia lead to the activation of several pathological metabolic pathways, contributing to the development of vascular insufficiency and neurodegenerative processes in the lower limbs. These processes are the causes of a condition known as diabetic foot syndrome (DFS), which requires special attention and meticulous treatment. Complications in the form of trophic ulcers of the lower limbs are one of the serious consequences of diabetes mellitus (DM) since they often lead to severe medical and social problems, including high rates of limb amputations. The purpose of the research is to investigate the redistribution of plantar pressure depending on the volume of surgical intervention in patients with diabetic foot syndrome (DFS) by measuring individual statographic parameters. The analysis of a series of parameters from statographic studies in patients with diabetic foot syndrome undergoing various volumes of surgical interventions has allowed for a comprehensive understanding of the features of vertical standing of these patients. In the course of the research, it has been revealed that as the support area of the operated foot decreases, there is an increase in body oscillation in both the sagittal and frontal planes relative to the support area. It has been proven that in cases with a normal support area of the foot, the relative body oscillation decreases.