Physiotherapeutic intervenntion for diabetic peripheral neuropathy in the wrist and hand

Abstract

Introduction. The pathology of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) is a common condition, because of hyperglycemia, which causes damage to nerve conduction, causing involvement of the hands and fingers, resulting in deficits in functionality, sensitivity, and grip strength. Objective. This study aimed to determine the effect of physiotherapy intervention for diabetic peripheral neuropathy in the wrist and hand. Methodology. Quantitative study, with an analytical model and longitudinal design, where 34 patients participated in the initial evaluation, but 17 patients completed after the intervention, conducted in the Atahualpa parish belonging to the Ambato canton and the other meeting point in the Cevallos canton. all belonging to the province of Tungurahua. Results. There was a significant improvement in hand pressure compared to the final evaluation compared to the initial evaluation p=0.000, but there was also an improvement in the assessment of reflexes from 17.6% before the intervention to 76.5% after the physiotherapy intervention. Conclusion. It demonstrated that the exercise program provided a positive effect for functionality, hand, and finger reflexes in people with DPN. General Study Area: Health. Specific area of study: Epidemiology and Public Health. Type of study: Original articles / Original articles.