Application of telemedicine in home healthcare for patients with diabetic foot ulcers: a randomised controlled study

In this study, the use of telemedicine in home healthcare for patients with DFUs showed promising results in promoting wound healing, which was comparable to the effects of outpatient face-to-face care. Additionally, it was found to enhance self-management behaviour among patients with DFUs, indicating positive development prospects for this approach. In the future, it would be beneficial to explore the potential of developing a smartphone app specifically designed for wound care to enhance the effectiveness of telemedicine-based hard-to-heal (chronic) wound care services.