Can sensory exercises restore feeling in diabetic hands?
NCT ID NCT07670598
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a structured program of touch, temperature, vibration, and movement exercises can improve sensation and hand function in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Fifty-nine adults with stable diabetes will be randomly assigned to either the active training program or a sham (placebo) session twice a week for five weeks. The goal is to see if this approach can help restore sensory abilities and quality of life.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Structured multisensory re-education program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new rehabilitation approach to improve sensation and hand function in people with diabetic neuropathy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 59 participants, and the sham control may not fully account for placebo effects. The program requires multiple sessions, so results may not apply to everyone.
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