The LSU Peripheral Neuropathy In

	The LSU Peripheral Neuropathy Studies Physical Activity for Health and Wellness for People with Peripheral Neuropathy

	The Intervention Study The Survey Study
	The Intervention Study Dr. Li Li and colleagues in the Department of Kinesiology has been conducting an intervention study since the summer of 2004. The project objectives are to identify interventions that can help in managing the disease, to investigate what interventions are more beneficial, and to help peripheral neuropathy patients manage their symptoms through continuous participation. We welcome anyone with peripheral neuropathy who can walk around (even with assistance device, walking stick or walker) to participate the study. Normally our participants need to come to LSU three times a week for one hour at a time. Currently we have an intervention program that compares the effects of certain external applied pain reliever on the intensity of Tai Chi exercise. We will monitor your progress through sensory, balance, mobility and vascular function tests. Pilot data shown that the intervention employed in the studies can recover balance, improve mobility, reduce pain, and a small percentage of our participants have regained sensation at the bottom of their feet. For more information, please contact: 225/578-4395 and ask for The Peripheral Neuropathy Intervention Study. Our friendly staff will discuss in more detail with you over the phone as they are asking you a few simple questions. Back to the top
	The Survey Study Project Objectives Identify barriers toward physical activity. Assess physical activity status, attitudes beliefs, and perceptions. Identify strategies to overcome physical activity barriers and promote physical activity for health and wellness. Who can participate? Adults (over 18 years old) who have peripheral neuropathy and are willing to complete survey questionnaires. What do participants need to do? Answer questions about physical activity status, beliefs, attitudes, and barriers. What will LSU researchers do? Staff will distribute a prepaid self-addressed envelope, the informed consent form, and survey questionnaires (study packet). Please Contact: Maria Kosma, Ph.D. at 225/578-8016 or mkosma@lsu.edu Back to the top

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