Diabetic Neuropathy Archives - Clinical Pain Advisor

Low Serum Sodium Associated With Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetes

By

Lauren Biscaldi

October 5, 2021

Researchers studied the effect of serum sodium on diabetic peripheral neuropathy and the use of early screening for hyponatremia.

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Comparative Efficacy of Gabapentin and Duloxetine for Painful Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

By

Gloria Privler

August 24, 2021

This systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials assessed the efficacy and safety of gabapentin and duloxetine for treating patients with painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

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Psychological Considerations for Patients With Painful Diabetic Neuropathy

By

Jessica Nye, PhD

March 16, 2021

This article discusses how to assess patients with neuropathic pain in relation to psychological aspects of their health and cognitive behavioral interventions to improve their quality of life.

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Neuropathic Pain Management Requires Multimodal Rehabilitation, But Research Gaps Remain

By

Lauren Biscaldi

February 5, 2021

Researchers did a systematic review of guidelines covering a 13-year period to evaluate recommended rehabilitative interventions for neuropathic pain.

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Capsaicin 8% Safe and Effective for Diabetic Peripheral Nerve Pain Therapy

By

Lauren Biscaldi

January 27, 2021

Investigators assessed the efficacy and tolerability of a high-concentration capsaicin 8% patch to treat diabetic peripheral nerve pain, either alone or in combination with standard oral therapies.