Tuesday, December 2, 2008 - 12:08AM EST

New Developments in Peripheral Neuropathy

  • Researchers are investigating the potential for gene therapy in treating neuropathic pain. To read more about this development, please follow this link: http://www.medifocus.com/abstracts.php?gid=NR021&ID=17492900
  • There is ongoing effort to understand more clearly hereditary sensory neuropathy. To read more about this condition, please click on the following link: http://www.medifocus.com/abstracts.php?gid=NR021&ID=18348718
  • Researchers in London completed a study involving patients with peripheral neuropathy who received extended-release oxycodone in addition to treatment with gabapentin. Results look promising. To read more about this study, please click on the following link: http://www.medifocus.com/abstracts.php?gid=NR021&ID=18262450
  • In a study published in March of 2008, researchers in Oregon showed that pregabalin (Lyrica) was effective for patients with peripheral neuropathy who were refractory to all other prior treatments. To read more about this study, please click on the following link: http://www.medifocus.com/abstracts.php?gid=NR021&ID=18346060
  • Information regarding ongoing clinical studies in your area can be obtained at the Clinical Trials Listing Service at http://www.centerwatch.com.