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Vasileios Lepesis

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Dr Vasileios Lepesis

 https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0404-4636

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    Profile summary

    Dr Vasileios Lepesis is a physiotherapy researcher specialising in the role of foot and ankle impairments in people with diabetes, with particular expertise in diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and the biomechanical risk factors contributing to diabetic foot ulceration. His work integrates clinical physiotherapy interventions (manual therapy and exercise) with advanced biomechanical outcome measurement (plantar pressure, joint range of motion, gait analysis) and qualitative research exploring patient experiences.

    Key Expertise

    • Diabetic foot ulceration and DPN: understanding how reduced joint mobility and altered gait mechanics increase plantar pressure and ulcer risk.
    • Physiotherapy interventions: development and evaluation of ankle/foot mobilisation and stretching programmes for people with diabetes.
    • Biomechanics and gait analysis: measurement of plantar pressure, ankle and 1st MTP joint range of motion, balance, and gait adaptation.
    • Mixed-methods research: proof-of-concept RCTs, qualitative studies on patient acceptability and adherence, and systematic review/meta-analysis.
    • Trial design & governance: experience in clinical trial registration and delivery of complex interventions.

    Research Impact

    Dr Lepesis’ research provides evidence that physiotherapy can play a preventive role in diabetes-related complications by targeting modifiable impairments in foot and ankle function. His work has been supported by competitive funding (e.g., CSP Charitable Trust) and informs both clinical practice and future large-scale clinical trials aimed at reducing the risk of diabetic foot ulceration.

    Teaching interests

    Diabetes and Glycosylation, Ulcer Risk and Physical Therapies

    Physiotherapy Neuromusculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment

    Manual therapy treatment techniques

    Academic qualifications

    Subjects allied to medicine, Doctorate, Efficacy and Acceptability of Mobilisation and Stretches of the Foot and Ankle in People with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, University of Plymouth

    Award Date: 3 Aug 2023

    Education and teaching, Other postgraduate qualification (e.g. PGCE, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma), PGCert in Academic Practice

    Award Date: 6 Oct 2014

    Subjects allied to medicine, Other postgraduate qualification (e.g. PGCE, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma), PG Cert in Manual Therapy

    Award Date: 2 Oct 2012

    Subjects allied to medicine, First Degree, BHSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy

    Award Date: 30 Jun 2005

    Subjects allied to medicine, Other higher degree (e.g. Masters degree), MSc in Sports and Exercise Injury Management

    Award Date: 28 Jun 2002

    Subjects allied to medicine, First Degree, BSc (Hons) Podiatry

    Award Date: 29 Jun 2000

    Research Interests

    • Diabetes
    • Ulceration risk
    • Biomechanics of the diabetic foot
    • Manual therapy
    • Mobilisations

    Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

    In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

    1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
      SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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