Effect of Electroacupuncture on Sensitive Symptoms of Distal Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

Launched by INSTITUTO MEXICANO DEL SEGURO SOCIAL · Aug 26, 2022

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This clinical trial is looking at how electroacupuncture, a treatment that uses electrical stimulation along with acupuncture needles, can help reduce pain and improve quality of life for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. This condition often causes pain and discomfort in the feet and legs for individuals with type 2 diabetes. The study is currently recruiting participants from specific medical centers in Mexico City and aims to understand how this therapy affects nerve function and pain levels.

To join the trial, participants must have type 2 diabetes and show signs of diabetic peripheral neuropathy, which means they have nerve damage related to their diabetes. Unfortunately, those with type 1 diabetes, certain autoimmune diseases, or other serious health conditions are not eligible. If you decide to participate, you can expect to receive electroacupuncture treatments and be monitored for changes in your symptoms and nerve health. This study is an opportunity to explore a potential new way to manage pain from diabetic nerve damage.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with type 2 diabetes.
• • Patients with clinical diabetic peripheral polyneuropathy.
• • Patients with electrophysiological diagnosis of diabetic peripheral polyneuropathy in its different types of classification.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Type 1 Diabetes or gestational diabetes.
• • Systemic autoimmune diseases.
• • Hematological disorders.
• • HIV diagnosis.
• • Cancer in treatment.
• • Pregnancy.
• • Other types of neurological disorders or neuropathies.
• • Intervention with acupuncture six months previously.
• • Patients with pacemarkers.