Diabetic neuropathy

This early study tests whether fish oil, alone or with salsalate (an anti-inflammatory drug), can improve blood markers linked to nerve health in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic neuropathy. About 100 adults will take fish oil capsules for 4 months, then add salsalate for…

This study tests a surgery called lymphovenous bypass for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, a common complication causing pain, numbness, and foot ulcers. The procedure aims to drain excess lymph fluid, which may reduce inflammation and nerve damage. Researchers will me…

This study planned to test a gene therapy called VM202 in people with painful diabetic neuropathy who were already taking opioid painkillers. The goal was to see if VM202 could help them safely reduce their opioid dose. However, the trial was withdrawn before any participants wer…

This study tests whether cookies made from golden rice and red betel leaf can help prevent diabetic neuropathy, a common nerve damage complication of diabetes. 102 adults with diabetes will eat one cookie daily for 28 days. Researchers will measure changes in nerve symptoms and b…

This study looks at whether foot and ankle exercises using elastic bands can help prevent diabetic foot ulcers in people with diabetic neuropathy. About 80 participants with type 2 diabetes and nerve damage in their feet will do these exercises. Researchers will track how many ul…

This study tests whether a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord (10 kHz SCS) can reduce pain and improve nerve function in people with painful diabetic neuropathy. About 143 participants will either get standard medical care alone or the device plus standar…

This study tests whether two non-invasive brain stimulation techniques—transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) and Transcranial Ultrasound (TUS)—can reduce chronic pain in people with diabetic neuropathy. Participants, aged 40 to 80 with foot pain lasting at least 6 months…

This study looks at how well a spinal cord stimulator works in real-world settings for people with long-term leg pain caused by diabetic neuropathy. About 500 participants will receive the implant and be followed for a year. Researchers will measure pain relief, quality of life, …

This study tests a non-invasive light therapy called photobiomodulation (low-level laser) for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy—nerve damage causing pain, tingling, and numbness in the feet. 36 adults with type 2 diabetes and foot pain for at least 6 months will receive …

This study tests a procedure called cryoneurolysis, which uses a small probe to freeze nerves in the foot and block pain signals. It is for adults with painful diabetic neuropathy who have at least moderate pain daily. Thirty participants will be randomly assigned to receive eith…

This study tests whether 3D printed custom insoles are better than regular ready-to-wear insoles at reducing foot pressure in people with diabetic neuropathy. High foot pressure can lead to ulcers and mobility problems. Twenty-two adults with diabetes and nerve damage will be ran…

This study tests two different exercise programs in 40 people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, a condition that causes numbness and balance problems. One program uses Feldenkrais exercises, which focus on movement awareness, and the other uses task-oriented gait training, whi…

This study tests a drug called suzetrigine (VX-548) for long-term safety and pain relief in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. About 455 adults who completed a prior 12-week study will take the drug for up to one year. Researchers will track side effects and changes in p…

This phase 2 trial tests a special hand and foot mask designed to ease nerve pain caused by chemotherapy or diabetes. Sixty adults will apply the mask daily for 5 minutes over one week. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms and quality of life using questionnaires.

This study tests a spinal cord stimulator (BurstDR) to relieve chronic pain from diabetic neuropathy. Twenty adults with long-lasting leg pain will try a temporary device for one week. If their pain drops by at least half, they can get a permanent implant. The study tracks pain l…

This study aims to find the smallest effective dose of the numbing drug ropivacaine for blocking leg nerves during diabetic foot surgery. Researchers will test different concentrations in 45 adults to see which dose works best for 90% of patients. The goal is to provide effective…

This pilot study tested whether two types of manual therapy (nerve mobilization and neck-based techniques) could help control blood sugar and reduce pain in 75 adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Participants received twice-weekly sessions for 12 weeks, and the study focu…

This study is testing whether repeated use of QUTENZA (a capsaicin 8% patch) can reduce pain and the need for painkillers in adults with painful diabetic nerve damage in the feet. About 144 participants will receive up to three patch applications, each 12 weeks apart. Researchers…

This study tests whether linaclotide (Linzess) can improve bowel movement frequency in people with type 2 diabetes who have chronic constipation. About 23 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for two weeks, then switch after a break. The goal is to see if the dr…

This study is tracking over 700 Chinese adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain who are starting mirogabalin. Researchers are monitoring side effects and how well the drug works in everyday medical practice. The goal is to see if mirogabalin is a safe and effective optio…

This study was designed to test a new drug called N0750 against two standard pain medications (Cymbalta and Lyrica) for painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It planned to enroll adults with diabetes and nerve pain for at least 3 months. However, the trial was withdrawn before …

This study tests whether a new medicine called CagriSema can reduce nerve pain in people with type 2 diabetes. About 142 adults with painful diabetic neuropathy will receive either CagriSema or a placebo for around 10 months. The main goal is to see if the drug lowers weekly pain…

This study tests a new way of using spinal cord stimulation to treat long-lasting leg pain caused by diabetic nerve damage. Up to 25 adults with severe pain will first try a temporary device, and if it helps, they can get a permanent implant. The main goal is to see if this appro…

This study tests two types of nerve stretches—active (patient-controlled) and passive (therapist-applied)—to see which better reduces burning pain, improves muscle strength, and increases joint movement in people with diabetic neuropathy. Sixty adults aged 40 to 65 with diabetes …

This study will measure nerve signals in 50 adults aged 45 to 76 with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Researchers will compare these signals with blood sugar levels, diabetes duration, and neuropathy symptom scores. The goal is to find better ways to detect nerve damage early.