Diabetic Neuropathy Influences Control of Spinal Mechanisms

In this study, 48 patients with type 1 diabetes and DSPN were compared with 21 healthy controls. Perception and reflex thresholds were determined and subjects received electrical stimulations on the plantar site of the foot at three stimulation intensities to evoke a nociceptive withdrawal reflex. Electromyogram and EEG were recorded for analysis. Results: Patients with DSPN had higher perception (P
Source: Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology - Category: Neurology Tags: Original Research Source Type: research