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Simple foot exercises and mindful walking may reduce diabetic neuropathy pain

NCT ID NCT07248631

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

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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.

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 38 people

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Started

Oct 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2025

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 to 75 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with diabetic polyneuropathy (DPN) confirmed by medical history and clinical examination. * Experience pain and disability in foot/ankle, with a Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) score ≥ 4. * Independent walking ability for at least 10 m. * Age (40-75) years. * Ability to understand and follow exercise instructions. * A maximum of one amputated toe, not being the hallux. * Willingness to participate in the study and provide informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of an active plantar ulcer or gangrene. * History of surgical procedure at the knee, ankle, or hip or indication of surgery throughout the intervention period. * Arthroplasty and/or orthosis of lower limbs or indication of lower limb arthroplasty throughout the intervention period. * Participating in other exercise programs or studies. * Dementia or inability to give consistent information. * Diagnosis of neurological diseases. * Neuropathic pain due to other causes (e.g., HIV, chemotherapy). * Major vascular complications and/or severe retinopathy.

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Conditions

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diabetic neuropathy diabetic polyneuropathy Pain

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Diabetic polyneuropathy

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Locations

  • Nishtar 2

    RECRUITING

    Multan, Punjab Province, 60000, Pakistan

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