Apollo Spectra Hospital, Alwarpet launches advanced super specialty diabetic foot care clinic

In August 2026, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Alwarpet strengthened its diabetic healthcare services with the launch of the Advanced Super Specialty Diabetic Foot Care Clinic. The clinic offers evidence-based screening, early risk identification, timely diagnosis, comprehensive treatment, and limb-saving interventions for diabetic foot complications under one roof. Designed to enable early intervention and improve patient outcomes, the clinic aims to reduce the risk of diabetic foot ulcers, prevent avoidable amputations, and help patients maintain mobility and quality of life.

The Advanced Super Specialty Diabetic Foot Care Clinic combines state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies and evidence-based therapies with personalized preventive care in order to deliver comprehensive management of diabetic foot complications. The clinic offers:

• Advanced Diagnostics & Assessment: T.I.M.E. Clinical Decision Support Tool (CDST) for ulcer assessment, comprehensive neurological evaluation, vascular assessment, and angiosome-based evaluation.
• Advanced Wound Management: Hydrosurgery-assisted debridement, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), Topical Warm Oxygen Therapy (TWOT), Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, and specialised wound care.
• Surgical Interventions: Minimally invasive vascular procedures and reconstructive foot surgery performed as day-care procedures.
• Preventive Care & Patient Education: Patient counselling, structured preventive programmes, and specialised diabetic footwear solutions to help reduce the risk of recurrence.

Impact on the Healthcare Market

Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing chronic diseases globally, with nearly 77 million adults in India living with the condition and nearly 25 million more estimated to have prediabetes, according to the World Health Organization. Among its most serious yet often overlooked complications are diabetic foot problems caused by peripheral Vascular occlusive disease and Peripheral neuropathy, which can potentially reduce sensation and blood flow, thus allowing minor injuries to progress into serious ulcers. Despite being largely preventable through early screening, timely diagnosis, and appropriate foot care, diabetic foot disease continues to be a leading cause of avoidable disability, highlighting the urgent need for greater awareness and proactive intervention.

This two-day camp was designed for people living with diabetes and chronic kidney disease and offered expert consultations, comprehensive foot examinations, blood flow and sensation assessments, and personalized guidance on preventive foot care and appropriate footwear.

Impact on the Diabetes Nutrition Market

The global diabetes nutrition market size accounted for USD 12.64 billion in 2024 and is predicted to increase from USD 13.54 billion in 2025 to approximately USD 25.22 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 7.15% from 2025 to 2035.

According to Precedence Research, the market is on the rise due to the increase in diabetes worldwide, the global population is aging, and urbanization and demand for dietary products designed for consumers with diabetes, ranging from low-sugar to low-carbohydrate. The growing incidence of diabetes, particularly type 2 diabetes connected to aging and urbanization, and sedentary lifestyles, is driving demand for specialized nutrition products to assist in glycemic control and diabetes management. Advances in the development of new sugar substitutes (e.g., allulose or stevia), new fibers and proteins, and appealing meal replacements and snacks are driving healthy and appealing product options for diabetics.

Artificial intelligence is driving innovation in diabetes nutrition by providing more individualized, flexible, context-based dietary support. For example, new technologies like the MealMeter system that utilizes multimodal sensory inputs combining glucose levels, heart rate, physical activity, and real-time environmental clues now provide an estimated macronutrient intake to support real-time dietary decisions. Furthermore, new approaches combining continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data with food photos and microbiome data during mealtime, through new software programs, are providing greater calorie estimates compared to traditional methods. 

Impact on the Diabetes Care Devices Market

The global diabetes care devices market size is calculated at USD 68.57 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 72.86 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 125.03 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 6.19% from 2026 to 2035.

According to Precedence Research, the integration of smart technology in diabetes care devices is becoming increasingly prevalent. Devices equipped with IoT connectivity enable real-time data sharing with healthcare providers and caregivers, enhancing remote monitoring and personalized treatment approaches. Continuous glucose monitoring systems are gaining popularity, especially with advancements in accuracy and usability. These devices provide uninterrupted blood glucose data, allowing for better glycemic control and reducing the burden of frequent finger pricking.

The shift toward telehealth and remote patient monitoring is also helping in transforming diabetes management. Patients can now manage their conditions from the comfort of their homes, driving demand for devices that facilitate remote monitoring and data analysis. The use of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms is also expected to increase, enhancing predictive analytics for blood glucose levels. These technologies enable devices to provide personalized recommendations and timely alerts for potential hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic events.

Expert Opinion

Speaking about the launch, Dr Balakumar S, Senior Consultant, Vascular Surgery, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Alwarpet, Chennai, said,

“Diabetic foot Vascular complications are often preventable when identified early. Unfortunately, many patients delay seeking medical attention until the condition has progressed significantly. Through the Advanced Super Specialty Diabetic Foot Care Clinic, we hope to encourage early screening and provide patients with specialized care that can help preserve mobility, reduce complications, and improve their overall quality of life. Comprehensive diabetic foot care has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of major amputations when patients receive timely and appropriate treatment for the hidden Vascular occlusive disease in the legs.”