Media Ilmu Kesehatan
Vol 15 No 2 (2026): Media Ilmu Kesehatan

The THE EFFECT OF BUERGER ALLEN EXERCISE ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF FOOT SENSITIVITY IN ADULTS WITH TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS AT THE TANAH TINGGI PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER

Nicky marselina (Poltekkes Kemenkes Banten)
Dona Sartika (Poltekkes Kemenkes Banten)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Aug 2026

Abstract

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus can lead to reduced foot sensitivity due to nerve impairment and compromised peripheral circulation. Buerger-Allen exercises are a non-pharmacological intervention that can help improve peripheral circulation and lower-extremity sensitivity.Objective: To determine the effect of Buerger Allen Exercise on improving foot sensitivity among adults with type II diabetes mellitus in the working area of the Tanah Tinggi Public Health Center.Methods: This study used a quantitative design with a quasi-experimental approach and a one-group pre-post test design. The sample consisted of 68 respondents selected using purposive sampling. Foot sensitivity was measured using a 10 g monofilament test before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon testResults: There was an improvement in foot sensitivity after the intervention. The Wilcoxon test showed a p-value < 0.05, indicating a significant effect of Buerger Allen Exercise on foot sensitivity.Conclusion: Buerger Allen Exercise is effective in improving foot sensitivity in patients with type II diabetes mellitus and can be used as a self-care intervention to prevent neuropathic complications

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mik

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Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

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Media Ilmu Kesehatan is a scientific journal that aims to publish and disseminate various scientific papersto add insight and science in the health field. Media Ilmu Kesehatan accepts original research scientific manuscripts and literature reviews. The minimum bibliography included in the article is ...