Nerve gliding for pain, balance, and quality of life in diabetic nerve damage
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding nerve gliding exercises (neural mobilization) to usual care can reduce pain, improve balance, and enhance quality of life for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It may help if you have mild to moderate nerve pain and are between 50 and 75 years old.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 50 and 75 years old.
- You have type 2 diabetes for at least 5 years.
- You have been diagnosed with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage in your feet or legs).
- You have symptoms like pain, numbness, tingling, or trouble with balance.
- Your pain level is mild to moderate (can be rated on a 0–10 scale).
- You do not have other nerve or balance conditions (like stroke, Parkinson's, or severe balance problems).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether adding special movement exercises (called proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) to standard Otago exercises can help improve balance and reduce the risk of falls in people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve damage in their feet.
This study compares two types of nerve gliding exercises to see which works better for reducing burning pain, improving muscle strength, and increasing movement in patients with diabetes-related nerve damage.
This study tests two types of balance training—one on a firm floor and one on a moving rolling board—to see which helps people with diabetes-related nerve damage improve their balance and reduce fall risk. The goal is to find the best way to strengthen balance and walking ability in people with long-standing diabetes.
This trial tests two types of exercises to see if they improve balance and daily activities for older adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes that causes numbness or pain in the feet). You may be able to join if you have had type 2 diabetes for at least 5 years and have nerve damage affecting your feet.
This study compares two physical therapy approaches—educating you about nerve pain combined with gentle nerve stretching exercises versus gentle nerve stretching alone—to see which better reduces pain, improves daily function, and boosts quality of life for people with diabetic nerve pain in the legs.
This study compares two types of exercise to see if they can help improve nerve health in people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve damage in their feet or legs. You may join if you have had diabetes for at least 5 years, have moderate blood sugar control, and do not currently exercise regularly.
Hear when a new Postural Balance trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.