Keynote: Footwear and Insole Design to Prevent Diabetic and Neuropathic Plantar Forefoot Ulcers: Findings from A series of N-of-1 Trials
Foot complications occur in conjunction with poorly controlled diabetes. Plantar forefoot ulceration contributes to partial amputation in unstable diabetics, and the risk increases with concomitant neuropathy. Reducing peak plantar forefoot pressure reduces ulcer occurrence and recurrence.
Footwear and insoles are used to offload the neuropathic foot, but the success of offloading is dependent on patient adherence. This study aimed to determine which design and modification features of footwear and insoles improve forefoot plantar pressure offloading and adherence in people with diabetes and neuropathy.
Dr Sayed Ahmed
Dr Sayed Ahmed
Clinical Researcher & Pedorthist ||
Foot Balance Technology
Dr Sayed Ahmed, PhD, is a foot healthcare professional, entrepreneur, researcher and accomplished leader in pedorthics and medical device innovation. He holds a PhD in Pedorthics from Southern Cross University, focusing on diabetic foot care and personalised footwear prescriptions.
Dr. Ahmed began his career with a Bachelor of Science and Technology in Footwear from the University of Dhaka and later earned an MBA in Management Information Systems. His professional journey includes significant roles as founder and CEO of Foot Balance Technology and OrthoGenix, where he developed innovative solutions for foot health challenges, particularly for individuals with diabetes.
Dr. Ahmed has secured and managed notable grants, including the "National Industry PhD Program," and collaborated extensively with Australian
universities. His research, widely published, covers topics like footwear design for diabetic foot ulcers and AI-driven medical device prescriptions.
Dr. Ahmed is dedicated to advancing foot health through interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, and
innovative research in Pedorthics.
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