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Gait abnormalities in diabetic neuropathy

E C Katoulis1, M Ebdon-Parry, H Lanshammar

  • 1University Department of Medicine, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Withington Hospital, U.K.

Diabetes Care
|December 24, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy alters walking gait, with slower speeds and changes in joint mechanics observed in affected individuals. These gait changes may increase the risk of foot injuries and ulceration.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Diabetology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is a common complication affecting lower limb function.
  • Gait alterations in diabetic patients can lead to increased risk of foot injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of diabetic peripheral neuropathy on gait parameters.
  • To identify specific gait alterations associated with neuropathy and foot ulceration in diabetic patients.

Main Methods:

  • Gait analysis was conducted on four groups: healthy controls, non-neuropathic diabetics, neuropathic diabetics, and neuropathic diabetics with a history of ulceration.
  • Key gait parameters including walking speed, joint angles, ground reaction forces, and joint moments were assessed.

Main Results:

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  • No significant gait differences were found between healthy controls and non-neuropathic diabetics.
  • Neuropathic diabetics with a history of ulceration exhibited slower walking speeds and altered knee joint angles.
  • Differences in ground reaction forces and ankle joint moments were observed between neuropathic and control groups.

Conclusions:

  • Diabetic peripheral neuropathy significantly affects gait parameters.
  • Altered gait mechanics in diabetic neuropathy may predispose individuals to foot injuries and ulceration.