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The structural characteristics of the tetrakaidecahedron porous structure are applied to insoles to optimize plantar pressure distribution, thereby minimizing abnormal plantar pressure in diabetic feet.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"j_bmt-2025-0284_abs_002\">\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Integrating plantar pressure zoning, finite element analysis, Grasshopper parametric modeling, and 3D printing technology, a customized pressure-relief insole for diabetic feet has been designed and validated using static standing plantar-pressure measurements. The insole employs a porous structure with adjustable porosity and specified regional elastic modulus to achieve customized plantar pressure relief.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"j_bmt-2025-0284_abs_003\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The designed insole (NPSI) increases the plantar contact area by approximately 30\u202f% and reduces peak contact pressure by over 47\u202f% in the high-pressure regions of M and H zones.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"j_bmt-2025-0284_abs_004\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The method proposed in this study effectively customizes pressure-relief insoles for diabetic feet, reducing the incidence and progression of diabetic foot ulcers. 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