Table 3 Summary of interventions and their outcome used in the included studies
Intervention | Brief Outcome |
|---|---|
Patient education [13] | Improved foot health |
Mobile app that monitored ulcers [14] | Improved ulcer care but usability and accuracy require further development |
Multifaceted podiatric approach [15] | Reduced fall rates |
Direct treatment from podiatrists [5] | Podiatrists can successfully provide vascular assessment and person-specific advice on lifestyle changes |
Remote temperature testing for selfcare activities [26] | Supported self-care activities and improved identification of individuals requiring podiatric treatment |
Non-visual foot inspection for vision impaired self-care [24] | Increased likelihood of reporting a new foot problem to a podiatrist |
Motivational interviewing [25] | Short-term effectiveness |
Patient education, counselling, and motivational interviewing [27] | Increased knowledge retention and self-care behaviours, reducing need for additional podiatry clinic time |
Development of a toolkit [28] | Podiatrists in partnership with patients identified and addressed potential barriers to changing footwear |