Simple foot exercises may ease nerve pain in diabetics

This study looked at whether adding foot and ankle exercises to regular aerobic exercise (like walking) can improve muscle strength and reduce nerve pain in people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve damage in their feet. 74 adults were split into three groups: one continued their usual medical care, one added aerobic exercise, and one added both aerobic and foot exercises. After 12 weeks of training and 12 more weeks of follow-up, researchers measured ankle stiffness, muscle strength, and nerve pain symptoms to see which approach worked best.