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Step 2:
Take the thermometer out of the charging unit, switch it on, and wait for the ready sign.
Step 3:
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This study established in-shoe foot temperature patterns in healthy adults across different postures. These findings provide a baseline for interpreting foot thermograms in diabetic or peripheral arterial disease (PAD) patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Human Physiology
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Establishing normative plantar foot temperature data is crucial for clinical interpretation.
  • In-shoe thermography offers a valuable alternative to surface thermography, especially for conditions like diabetes and peripheral arterial disease (PAD).
  • Understanding posture's influence on foot temperature is key for accurate thermal assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish normative in-shoe plantar foot temperature patterns in healthy individuals across lying, sitting, and standing postures.
  • To provide a clinically relevant baseline for interpreting in-shoe thermograms in at-risk populations (e.g., diabetic or PAD patients).
  • To investigate the impact of posture on plantar thermal distribution within an in-shoe environment.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 20 healthy adults (40 limbs).
  • Continuous plantar temperature recording using Tarsos® Smart Insoles with 21 embedded sensors per foot.
  • Data collection across three 10-minute static postures: supine, sitting, and standing, with subsequent statistical and visual analysis.

Main Results:

  • Distinct posture-related temperature patterns were observed, with the arch being warmest and toes coolest.
  • Supine positioning led to uniform temperature increases, while sitting and standing showed more stable, region-specific patterns.
  • In-shoe thermography demonstrated greater heat retention and reduced evaporative cooling compared to barefoot measurements.

Conclusions:

  • Posture significantly influences plantar thermal distribution in the in-shoe environment.
  • In-shoe temperature monitoring provides context-specific baseline data, essential for clinical applications.
  • Embedded monitoring systems are supported for continuous foot assessment where surface thermography is not feasible.