Diabetic polyneuropathy and carpal tunnel syndrome together affect hand strength, tactile sensation and dexterity in diabetes patients.

Yan ZhangXin-Hua LiuJie JiaQi ZhangYifang LinLi ZhangQi LuHaidong LvXianzhao Zheng

Published in: Journal of diabetes investigation (2021)

Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients with both DPN and CTS had lower grip and pinch strengths and decreased tactile sensation, both of which were correlated with poorer hand dexterity.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
glycemic control
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
patient reported