Effects of Nordic Walking and Backward Walking on Balance, Leg Coordination, and Walking Ability in People with Diabetic Nerve Problems

Comparing Nordic Walking and Backward Walking on Balance, Lower limb Coordination and Gait parameters in Individuals with Diabetic Neuropathy : A Randomized Clinical Trial - NIL

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 2

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2025/12/099061

Enrollment

Registered

2025-12-15

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-01-12

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: E114- Type 2 diabetes mellitus with neurological complications

Interventions

Intervention1: Nordic walking: Nordic walking for 45 minutes, 4 times a week for 4 weeks Control Intervention1: Backward walking: Backward walking for 45 mins, 4 times a week for 4 weeks

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1.Participants of all gender aged between 40 70 years diagnosed with diabetes, and clinically confirmed with diabetic neuropathy, who are willing to participate for the study. 2. S-LANSS test with a minimum score of 12.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Severe musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or vestibular disorders affecting gait or balance. 2. Active foot ulcers or infections. 3. Previous participation in structured balance or walking programs within last 3 months. 4. Patients with sensory loss on the feet.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Timed up and go test LEMOCOT 10 meter walk testTimepoint: 4 months	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
NILTimepoint:	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactParnika Gadgil

KAHER Institute of physiotherapy

nehamulla@klekipt.edu.in8660491303

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026