The device is similar to a bathroom scale and can prevent patients from losing their limbs, such as diabetes, researchers said. Experts have developed new diagnostic equipment that can detect diabetes-related complications early on the feet. Researchers from South Bank University in London said that 100 Britons lost their limbs each week and died of their diabetes complications. But they said that new equipment may mean that the sooner the problem is discovered, it means that patients will no longer need to undergo amputation.
The diagnostic tool, Perceptive Peripheral Neuropathy Test (PerSeNT), scans the feet to see the main skin damage, and uses a "pressure map" to detect the loss of sensory-associated sensation. The result can be sent to the patient's doctor by touching a button. The creators hope that the device will be introduced at storefronts and health clinics, as well as family doctor clinics to reduce the need for trained physicians to spend time testing peripheral neuropathy, conditions that may cause ulcers and may result in amputations.
The head of the Union Science Department at Southbank University in London, Dr. Michelle said: "With the treatment set to reach the cost of 17 billion diabetes by 2035, this new device may have significant treatment and save surgical costs in the NHS. Unusual and urgently-diagnosed devices will provide a solution that is community-based, affecting a big problem for millions of people. Therefore, clinical assistants will be able to more often and more reliably and rigorously Testing patients and their use in nursing homes will also eliminate the need for patients to go to their clinics or general practitioners.The earlier the diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy, the lower the chance of developing severe complications.Overall, This affordable device has a significant impact on the quality of life and health of many diabetic and obese patients, as well as clear economic benefits, to provide worldwide."