Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of stability trainer on dynamic balance in patients with distal sensory diabetic neuropathy (DSDN). Thirty subjects of both genders were divided into 2 groups. Experimental group received 45 minutes conventional physiotherapy & 15 minutes balance training on stability trainer while control group received 45 minutes of conventional physiotherapy. Results: There was significant difference between pre to post readings of DGI & TUG in both groups with overall percentage of DGI 24.5% & TUG 31.89% in experimental group and DGI 12.94% & TUG 11.82% in the control group. In pre to follow up readings there was significant difference with DGI 14.56% &TUG 30.31% in experimental Group and DGI 7.46% & TUG 6.94% in control group. Conclusion: It was concluded that training on stability trainer with conventional physiotherapy is more effective than conventional physiotherapy alone, in improving dynamic balance.

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