A systematic review on foot muscle atrophy in patients with diabetes mellitus

ConclusionBased on the findings of study, it can be concluded that foot muscle atrophy is present in diabetics, with intrinsic muscles affected first in terms of decreased cross-sectional area, reduced plantar tissue and skin thickness, and a decrease in total foot muscle volume.
Source: International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research