Efficacy of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Exercises on Balance and Fall Risk in Subjects with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy among Geriatrics—A Pilot Study.
Background: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) impairs proprioception, increases fall risk, and affects balance in older adults, necessitating effective interventions to improve stability and quality of life. Objective: This study evaluated dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) exercises in ba...
| Publicado en: | Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics Vol. 43; no. 4; pp. 285 - 300 |
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| Formato: | pictorial research tables/charts randomized controlled trial Journal Article |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Dec2025
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| Sumario: | Background: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) impairs proprioception, increases fall risk, and affects balance in older adults, necessitating effective interventions to improve stability and quality of life. Objective: This study evaluated dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) exercises in balance and fall risk in older adults with DPN. Methods: Sixty participants with DPN were randomly assigned to DNS (group A) or conventional balance training (CBT) (group B) for a 4-week intervention. Balance and fall risk were assessed pre- and post-intervention using the Generalized Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and the Falls Efficacy Scale-International (FES-I). Results: Group A's median BBS score improved significantly from 30.000 to 47.000 (p < 0.001), with group B showing smaller improvements. Group A also demonstrated a significantly greater reduction in fall risk, with post-intervention FES-I scores lower than group B's (p < 0.001). Conclusion: DNS is more effective than CBT for improving balance and reducing fall risk in DPN. |
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