Diabetic Neuropathy Diagnosis & Treatment
Diagnosis A doctor is usually able to diagnose neuropathy caused by diabetes through an examination of the body and review your medical history and symptoms. The doctor will examine your Tone and strength in the overall muscles. Tendon reflexes Sensitivity to vibrations and touch Alongside the physical examination Your doctor might also perform or prescribe tests that aid in the diagnosis of diabetic neuropathy for example: Test of the filament. Your doctor will apply a filament of nylon (monofilament) across the areas of your skin in order to measure your sensitiveness to contact. Tests for sensory function. This non-invasive test can be used to determine the nerves and how they react to vibrations and variations in temperature. Test for nerve conduction. This test measures the speed at which nerves located in your legs and arms transmit electrical signals. It's commonly used to determine the presence of carpal tunnel syndrome. Tests for muscle responses. Called electromy