A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that occurs in approximately 15 percent of patients with diabetes and is commonly located on the bottom of the foot. Of those who develop a foot ulcer, 6 percent will be hospitalized due to infection or other ulcer-related complication.
Are you a diabetic with an open sore on your foot?
You may qualify to participate in a research study of an investigational treatment. Compensation may be available for eligible volunteers Study-related care at no cost.
Participate in Research
We are always working on new research to not only find cures, but to better understand disease and to develop and test new treatment options.
Benefits of Participating in Research
There are several benefits for patients that take part in research trials and studies. You may have access to new treatments and diagnostics that may improve your health and quality of life, including:
- Diet Modifications
- Medication
- Surgical Procedures
By participating in research and clinical trials, you will be helping other patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers who would benefit from advanced research and new treatments. Research comes in all shapes and sizes. Studies and trials are conducted at many different types of facilities with varying numbers of patient participants.
Participation is voluntary and subject to availability
It’s important for patients and their caregivers to know that participation in research is completely voluntary. You can choose to leave the study or trial at any time, even if you’ve already enrolled.
Before you choose to participate in a research opportunity, take the time to learn about the different types of research and how they are conducted.
Safety of Studies and Clinical Trials
Clinical trials and other research featured and/or supported by Clinical Research Management Group, Inc. are conducted under thorough oversight by an ethics committee along with scientists and clinical advisors to ensure the safety of all participants. All research, however, carries some form of risk. If you are considering participating in a study, you should discuss the opportunity with your physician.