A protocol for research on the use of acupuncture in the management of diabetic peripheral neuropathy in individuals with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), a prevalent complication among individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, has a significant impact on both the well-being of patients and their financial situation. Acupuncture has been employed for thousands of years within China and is regarded as one of the primary characteristic therapies of traditional Chinese medicine. Research has indicated that acupuncture has the potential to enhance microcirculation, decrease the generation of free radicals, and augment nerve conduction velocity. There had been several meta-analyses of acupuncture on DPN. Nevertheless, there has been inadequate attention given to the assessment of blood glucose control, and scores related to quality of life. Hence, we get additional evidence by enhancing

SUBMITTER: Fan X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11563441 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature