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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
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):
Academic qualifications
02 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
22 Education and teaching, Other postgraduate qualification (e.g. PGCE, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma), PGCert in Academic Practice
Award Date: 6 Oct 2014
02 Subjects allied to medicine, Other postgraduate qualification (e.g. PGCE, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma), PG Cert in Manual Therapy
Award Date: 2 Oct 2012
02 Subjects allied to medicine, First Degree, BHSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy
Award Date: 30 Jun 2005
02 Subjects allied to medicine, Other higher degree (e.g. Masters degree), MSc in Sports and Exercise Injury Management
Award Date: 28 Jun 2002
02 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
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Effects of foot and ankle mobilisations combined with home stretches in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a proof-of-concept RCT
Lepesis, V., Paton, J., Rickard, A., Latour, J. M. & Marsden, J., 6 Dec 2023, In: Journal of Foot and Ankle Research. 16, 1Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Effects of foot and ankle mobilisations combined with home stretches in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a proof-of-concept RCT.
LEPESIS, V., Paton, J., Rickard, A., Latour, J. & Marsden, J., 9 Aug 2023.Research output: Working paper / Preprint › Preprint
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Efficacy and Acceptability of Foot and Ankle Mobilisations combined with stretches in People with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy.
Lepesis, V., 18 Jul 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Conference paper (not formally published) › peer-review
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Foot and Ankle Mobilisation in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. Proof of concept RCT with an embedded qualitative component.
Lepesis, V., 11 May 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Conference paper (not formally published) › peer-review
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Systematic review and meta‐analysis of the effects of foot and ankle physical therapy, including mobilisations and exercises, in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy on range of motion, peak plantar pressures and balance
Lepesis, V., Marsden, J., Rickard, A., Latour, J. M. & Paton, J., 10 Jul 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews. 0, 0Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Efficacy and Acceptability of Mobilisation and Stretches of the Foot and Ankle in People with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Lepesis, V. (Author), Marsden, J. (Director of Studies (First Supervisor)), Latour, J. (Other Supervisor) & Paton, J. (Other Supervisor), 2023Student thesis: PhD
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