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Weight-bearing exercises in patients with diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy
August 2013
Weight-bearing exercises in patients with diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Fall and balance outcomes after an intervention to promote leg strength, balance, and walking in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Phys Ther. 2010 Nov;90(11):1568-79. Epub 2010 Aug 26Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
79 patients (>50 yr old) with diabetes mellitus and neuropathy were randomized to weight-bearing exercises, in order to determine the effect of exercises on the balance and incidence of falls. After 12 months of exercise, there was a small increase in the amount of time that participants in the intervention group could stand on 1 leg with their eyes closed. Other strength and balance measurements ...
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