Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development
Low-level Laser Therapy in the Management of Diabetic Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy
Prathap Suganthirababu, Sai Sowjanya B.V., Lavanya Prathap, Kumaresan A, Chiranjeevi Jannu, Vahini devi Chandupatla
Abstract:
Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus is one of the most common progressive and disabling diseases. Population affected with Diabetes may experience numbness or insensitivity to pain and temperature, a tingling, burning or prickling sensation, sharp pains or cramps, extreme sensitivity to even a light touch, loss of balance and coordination. Low-Level laser therapy (LLLT) has been advocated for the treatment of chronic pain disorders. With this evidence Laser has been advocated in this study. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy for relieving the symptoms of Diabetic Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.
Conclusion: Results of the present study recommend Low-Level Laser Therapy as an effective treatment procedure for Diabetic sensorimotor Polyneuropathy in reducing Pain and relieving symptoms.