Adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy exhibit impairments in multitasking and other executive functions.

ABSTRACT:

Background and purpose

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) contributes to functional impairment, and there is growing evidence that neuropsychological factors also influence physical function. We compared cognitive and executive function in adults with DPN with an age-matched comparison group, and examined the relationships between DPN, executive function, and physical function.

Methods

Twenty subjects with DPN and 20 comparison subjects were assessed. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy was quantified via the Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument and nerve conduction velocity testing. Subjects were administered Beck's Depression Inventory, the Mini-Mental Status Examination, and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. Each participant also completed a battery of 7 executive function

SUBMITTER: Rucker JL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4018805 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature