A systematic review and meta-analysis of α-lipoic acid in the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Han T, Bai J, Liu W
Published in European Journal of Endocrinology, Vol. 167 (4), pp. 465-71
Methodology
Meta-analysis of RCTs of alpha-lipoic acid on neuropathic symptoms and nerve conduction in diabetes.
Key Findings
Alpha-lipoic acid improved total symptom score including burning pain and improved some nerve conduction measures.
Conclusions
Alpha-lipoic acid reduces burning neuropathic symptoms in diabetic neuropathy.
Limitations
Many trials used intravenous dosing; short duration; heterogeneity.
Supplements Studied
Alpha-lipoic acid improved neuropathic symptom scores including burning pain.
Outcomes Measured
Alpha-lipoic acid improved nerve conduction measures alongside symptom relief.
Alpha-lipoic acid improved burning neuropathic pain symptoms in diabetic neuropathy.
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