Original Research Article
Year: 2019 | Month: May | Volume: 9 | Issue: 5 | Pages: 218-224
Effect of Tibial Nerve Mobilization on Nerve Conduction Velocity in Diabetic Neuropathy Patient
Mansi K. Doshi1, Dr. R.M. Singarvelan2
1BPT Intern, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam of Physiotherapy, PIMS, Loni, India.
2Professor of Neurophysiotherapy Dept., Dr. APJ AbdulKalam College of Physiotherapy, PIMS (DU) Loni
Corresponding Author: Mansi K. Doshi
ABSTRACT
Background: Diabetic neuropathy is a noteworthy reason for neuropathy worldwide and may prompt removal and inadequacy. Distal symmetrical polyneuropathy presents sensory and autonomic symptoms with predominant involvement of small fibers, evolving with the involvement of sensory large fibers and finally motor fibers in its more severe stages. Sensory disturbance is normally observed, and mostly recognized is the loss of vibration sense at the toes, checked by pinprick, temperature, and light touch sensations. Nerve mobilization is a technique to reduce injuries or to assist in upgrading performance in activities included in the management. It helps in improving the strength.
Objective: The aim of the current study was to find out the effect of tibial nerve mobilization on nerve conduction velocity in diabetic neuropathy patients. This was an experimental study using NCV test and nerve mobilization technique.
Method: Twenty participants were included between the age group of 50-60 years diagnosed with diabetic neuropathy. Tibial nerve mobilization technique was performed in the participant’s lower limbs, pre and post sensory nerve conduction velocity was assessed. Outcome measure used in this study will be nerve conduction velocity test.
Result: The study showed that there was statistically significant difference in the nerve conduction velocity after giving the intervention for three weeks. (‘p’= <0.05,‘t’= 2.22)
Conclusion: The study showed that the SNCV of the dominant limb improved as compared to the pre-intervention SNCV. Thus, this study concluded that tibial nerve mobilization technique canimprove the nerve conduction velocity and helps subside the burning sensation in individuals.
Key words: Diabetic Neuropathy, Tibial NM, NCV