Innovations and applications of emerging technologies in podiatry: a bibliographic review
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https://doi.org/10.56294/pod2024116Keywords:
Podiatric surgery, Foot surgery, Innovation, Wearable devices, Type 2 diabetes, 3D printingAbstract
Introduction: podiatry focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions of the foot, ankle and lower limb. The growing complexity of patients’ needs and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases demand innovations in care delivery. Advances in information and communications technologies, alongside emerging technologies are transforming podiatric practice. The bibliographic review aimed to characterize the application of these new technologies within podiatry.
Methods: a literature review was conducted, where 18 articles in English and Spanish were selected, published in the last five years on the subject, in databases such as: Scopus, PubMed, Springer.
Results: three dimensional techniques, including 3D scanning and printing, enhance the customization of orthotic devices and provide detailed anatomical modeling, particularly benefiting pediatric foot assessment. Artificial intelligence supports clinical decision making by analyzing complex data to personalize treatments and predict complications. In diabetic foot care, innovative technologies such as smart socks and insoles facilitate continuous monitoring of plantar pressure and early ulcer detection. Advanced wound care innovations, including bioengineered tissues and smart dressings, promote faster healing. New clinical protocols driven by technology integration help standardize and optimize podiatric care.
Conclusions: the convergence of innovative technologies in podiatry is revolutionizing the field by improving diagnostic precision, enabling personalized therapies, and enhancing preventive and monitoring capabilities; impacting in the clinical practice, the quality of life for patients with complex foot conditions and diabetes related complications.
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