Tai Chi vs. Otago Exercises for Diabetic Nerve Pain
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares gentle Tai Chi exercises with a modified Otago exercise program to see which better helps with pain, balance, and movement in people with diabetic nerve pain. If you have had type 2 diabetes for at least 5 years and have chronic nerve pain, this trial may help you find relief and improve your mobility.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 to 80 years old.
- You have had type 2 diabetes for at least 5 years.
- You have had nerve pain (from diabetes) for at least 6 months, with pain rated 3 or higher on a 0–10 scale.
- You have been diagnosed with diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage) based on a standard scoring system.
- You are able to walk (with or without a walker or cane) and do not have serious foot problems, recent stroke, Parkinson's, or multiple sclerosis.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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