Simple foot exercises and mindful walking may reduce diabetic neuropathy pain

NCT ID NCT07248631

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining foot-ankle exercises with mindful walking can reduce pain, improve foot and ankle function, and boost quality of life in people with diabetic polyneuropathy. Thirty-eight adults aged 40-75 with confirmed diabetic nerve damage and moderate to severe foot pain will participate in a 12-week program. The goal is to find a safe, non-drug way to manage symptoms.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Foot-ankle therapeutic exercises and mindful walking
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease pain and improve mobility for people with diabetic neuropathy.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 38 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises require commitment and may not help all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetic neuropathy diabetic polyneuropathy Pain

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DIABETIC POLYNEUROPATHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Nishtar 2
RECRUITING

Multan, Punjab Province, 60000, Pakistan

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