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Effects of Mindfulness Training Combined with Tai Chi in Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Published on: July 14, 2023
[Diabetic neuropathy].
Wiesław Chudzik1, Beata Kaczorowska, Monika Przybyła
1Departament of Neurology and Neurorehabilitation with Stroke Unit, Clinical Hospital in Lódź, Poland.
Summary
Diabetic neuropathy, a common diabetes complication, causes significant health issues. Early diagnosis and management, alongside strict blood sugar control, are crucial for preventing severe nerve damage.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Endocrinology
- Diabetology
Context:
- Diabetic neuropathy is the most frequent chronic complication of diabetes mellitus.
- It significantly contributes to patient morbidity, mortality, and reduced quality of life.
- The pathogenesis involves complex mechanisms, with chronic hyperglycemia being a primary driver of nerve injury.
Purpose:
- To elucidate the complex pathogenesis of diabetic neuropathy.
- To highlight the role of chronic hyperglycemia in nerve fiber injury.
- To emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and management of diabetic neuropathy.
Summary:
- Chronic hyperglycemia induces nerve damage via the polyol pathway, leading to osmotic stress and reactive oxygen species generation.
- It also plays a key role in the development of diabetic angiopathy.
- Distal symmetric polyneuropathy is the most prevalent form, often co-occurring with autonomic and somatic neuropathies.
Impact:
- Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential for mitigating severe complications.
- Strict glycemic control and management of risk factors are critical for managing diabetic neuropathy.
- This research underscores the need for comprehensive strategies in diabetes care to address neuropathy.
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