Pedobarogram
A computerised foot-pressure map that reveals the exact spots where ulcers are likely to form, in India.
A pedobarogram test in India is a computerised foot-pressure measurement that produces a colour map of the load under your foot while standing and walking, pinpointing the high-pressure spots where diabetic ulcers are most likely to form. At Elegance Diabetic Foot & Ulcer Clinic (EDFC) it is performed by Dr. Ashutosh Shah (M.S., M.Ch., 22+ years) at our clinics in Surat, Gujarat and Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh.
Why a Pedobarogram Matters
Most diabetic foot ulcers form where pressure is highest, yet nerve damage means you cannot feel that pressure building. A pedobarogram makes the invisible visible. The IWGDF 2023 guidelines identify high plantar pressure as a leading mechanical cause of foot ulcers, which is exactly what this test measures.
How a Pedobarogram Is Done
- You stand and then walk across a pressure-sensitive platform.
- Sensors record the load under every part of the foot.
- The software builds a colour map, with red areas showing the highest pressure.
- High-pressure zones are compared with any callus or ulcer sites.
- The test is quick, painless and involves no radiation.
A pedobarogram is often combined with video gait analysis and detailed foot pressure mapping.
Who Should Get a Pedobarogram
- Diabetics with recurring calluses or a healed foot ulcer.
- People with foot deformity or suspected Charcot foot.
- Anyone being fitted for offloading insoles or therapeutic footwear.
- Those with an abnormal walking pattern or numb feet.
Why Choose EDFC and Dr. Ashutosh Shah
EDFC is India’s first chain of clinics dedicated to diabetic foot care, and pressure testing here feeds straight into prevention. Your pedobarogram guides the footwear and offloading plan and is reviewed alongside a full footwear assessment, so pressure is removed before the skin breaks down.
What Happens After the Test
High-pressure areas are offloaded with custom insoles or footwear, and combined with ongoing preventive diabetic foot care. The map also gives a baseline, so future tests show whether the pressure has been successfully reduced.
Book Your Pedobarogram
See exactly where your feet are under threat. Message us on WhatsApp (+91 83205 00350) or book a consultation with Dr. Shah in Surat or Vizianagaram.
This page is educational and does not replace an in-person assessment. Please consult a qualified specialist about any callus, deformity or foot change.