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Reducing Lower Extremity Amputations via Peer Support Interventions: A Scoping Review.

Sophia A Sorrentino1, Brittany M Cook1, Sanam N Jhaveri1

  • 1Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine's Center for Lower Extremity Ambulatory Research (CLEAR), Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL 60064, USA.

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Peer support interventions show potential for improving diabetes self-management and foot care in patients with diabetes and/or peripheral artery disease (PAD). However, limited research exists on their effectiveness in preventing lower limb amputations.

Keywords:
amputationdiabetesdiabetic foot ulcerpeer supportperipheral artery disease

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Area of Science:

  • Podiatry
  • Public Health
  • Behavioral Medicine

Background:

  • Diabetes and peripheral artery disease (PAD) significantly increase the risk of lower limb amputation and mortality.
  • Peer support interventions are recognized for enhancing diabetes self-management and glycemic control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a scoping review synthesizing current literature on peer support interventions aimed at reducing lower limb amputations.
  • To identify the effectiveness of peer support in improving lower extremity health outcomes for at-risk populations.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive PubMed search was performed in June 2023, focusing on peer support and individuals with diabetic foot disease and/or PAD.
  • Included studies involved peer support interventions for lower extremity health, with outcomes related to lower limb health or program metrics.
  • Six studies met the inclusion criteria, categorized into group foot care education (n=4) and group cognitive behavioral studies (n=2).

Main Results:

  • Group foot care education studies yielded mixed results, ranging from no effect to significant improvements in foot care and self-management.
  • Cognitive behavioral interventions demonstrated a trend toward improved self-management behaviors and physical activity.
  • Limited investigations specifically targeting lower extremity outcomes and amputation prevention through peer support were identified.

Conclusions:

  • Current evidence suggests peer support interventions hold promise for improving self-management and foot care in high-risk populations.
  • Further rigorous research is necessary to establish the conclusive efficacy of peer support in reducing lower limb amputations in patients with diabetes and/or PAD.