Why carry out this study?

It is estimated that approximately 6–37% of people with diabetes have diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain (DPNP)

However, the diagnosis rate for DPNP is low, and treatment for this condition has not progressed, suggesting a low level of satisfaction with treatment in people with DPNP

Using a web-based questionnaire, this study aimed to examine satisfaction with treatment for bilateral foot pain in participants with diabetes who experienced bilateral pain or numbness in their feet

What was learned from the study?

Satisfaction with treatment for pain for participants with diabetes who had pain or numbness in both feet was 27.9%

Appropriate diagnosis and treatment of DPNP and good communication with doctors are needed to improve satisfaction with treatment in these participants