This study is a three-arm, assessor-blinded, randomized controlled pilot feasibility trial. The primary goal is to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of conducting a full-scale randomized controlled trial (RCT) comparing two manual therapy techniques: Manual Neural Mobilization (MNM) and Cervical Neuromodulatory Intervention (CNI) in individuals with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN). While glycemic control is a central part of managing type 2 diabetes, this study explores whether non-pharmacological manual therapies can serve as adjunctive interventions to improve metabolic outcomes. A total of 75 participants were assigned to either MNM, CNI, or standard care for 12 weeks. The study focuses on recruitment rates, adherence, and safety, while also exploring secondary outcomes like blood glucose levels (HbA1c, FBG) and pain intensity.
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Recruitment Rate
Timeframe: 3 months
Retention Rate
Timeframe: 12 weeks