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Diabetic Foot Ulcers clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Diabetic Foot Ulcers — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
13 US clinical trials ·
The research picture
Diabetic Foot Ulcers has 13 registered US clinical trials; none are currently listed as recruiting, so most are completed or in follow-up.
- 0
- recruiting participants now
- 0%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 2
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: US Department of Veterans Affairs
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Wound Healing Endpoint and Recurrence
Sashwati Roy
NCT02577120
Phase II Study to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of AMP Peptide PL-5 in Mild Infections of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Jiangsu ProteLight Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Co.
NCT06189638
A Prospective Study of Endothelial Dysfunction and Diabetic Foot Ulcer Risk
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00013286
MSI-78 Topical Cream vs. Oral Ofloxacin in the Treatment of Infected Diabetic Ulcers
Abeona Therapeutics
NCT00563394
Clinical Trials of Footwear in Patients With Diabetes-Study Arm 2,3
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00013299
Hyperspectral Imaging to Assess and Predict Diabetic Foot Ulcers
HyperMed
NCT00617916
Instant Total Contact Cast to Heal Diabetic Foot Ulcers
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT01221207
A Study to Investigate the Safety and Clinical Effect of Nexagon® as a Topical Treatment for Subjects With a Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DUNE)
OcuNexus Therapeutics
NCT01490879
UT Southwestern Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFU) and Osteomyelitis (DFO) Recruitment Database, Data and Tissue Repository
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT02463500
A Study to Look at the Effects of Four Weeks of Treatment on the Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Healthpoint
NCT01143714
Non-Invasive Assessment of Wound Healing With Optical Methods
Drexel University College of Medicine
NCT00578604
Evaluating the Ease of Use of a VAC GranuFoam Bridge Dressing on Diabetic Foot Ulcers Receiving VAC Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
KCI USA
NCT00847730
Safety Study to Examine the Systemic Exposure of Granexin® Gel After Topical Application to Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Xequel Bio
NCT02652754
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 2 |
| Phase 2 | 3 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Diabetic Foot Ulcers Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 13 US studies indexed under Diabetic Foot Ulcers, and 0 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 0% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Diabetic Foot Ulcers shows 2 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 5 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Diabetic Foot Ulcers is led by US Department of Veterans Affairs with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 13 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Diabetic Foot Ulcers?
PlainTrial tracks 13 US clinical trials for Diabetic Foot Ulcers, of which 0 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Diabetic Foot Ulcers?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.