Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a common condition that is associated with
neuromuscular dysfunction and peripheral sensory impairment. These deficits predispose …

Purpose The present review highlights current concepts regarding the effects of diabetic
peripheral neuropathy (DPN) in skeletal muscle. It discusses the lack of effective …

Background Diabetic polyneuropathy (DPN) negatively affects foot and ankle function
(strength and flexibility), which itself affects the daily physical activity and quality of life of …

Abstract Background The Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument is an easy-to-use
questionnaire aimed at screening and detecting diabetic polyneuropathy. Objective To …

Objectives We examined the association between diabetes mellitus (DM) and longitudinal
MRI biomarkers for thigh muscle degeneration in patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA) and …

Aims The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of diabetic neuropathy (dNP)
on lower limb endurance, explosive and maximal muscle strength in patients with Type 2 …

Objectives: To determine standard reference values for isometric knee extension force using
a cohort of Japanese type 2 diabetic patients without diabetic polyneuropathy. Methods …

Objectives. This cross‐sectional study investigated the influence of clinically diagnosed
neuropathy (cdNP) on respiratory muscle strength in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus …

Introduction Gait disturbances are a common consequence of polyneuropathy (PNP) and a
major factor in patients' reduced quality of life. Less is known about the underlying …

Abstract Background/Purpose Impaired balance is prevalent in patients with type II diabetes
mellitus (T2DM). The aim of the current study was to evaluate the role of sensory information …