Table 16:
Treatment Comparisons—Summary
| Comparison | Risk Difference, % Ulcer Healing (95% CI) | GRADE |
|---|---|---|
| Total contact casting vs. irremovable cast walkers | 0.02 (−0.11 to 0.14) | Low |
| Total contact casting vs. removable cast walkers | 0.17 (0–0.33) | Moderate |
| Total contact casting vs. therapeutic shoes | 0.25 (0.04–0.46) | Moderate |
| Irremovable cast walkers vs. removable cast walkers | 0.21 (0.01–0.40) | Low |
| Removable cast walkers vs. therapeutic shoes | −0.13 (−0.31 to 0.06) | Very low |
| Irremovable cast walkers vs. therapeutic shoes | No studies identified |
Abbreviations: CI, confidence interval; GRADE, Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation.