Title |
Possible role of alpha-lipoic acid in the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries*
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Published in |
Journal of Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury, September 2014
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DOI | 10.1186/1749-7221-5-15 |
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Authors |
Maurizio Ranieri, Manuela Sciuscio, Annamaria Cortese, Marilena Stasi, Francesco Panza, Marisa Megna, Pietro Fiore, Andrea Santamato |
Abstract |
Recent findings on the antioxidant effects of pretreatment with α-lipoic acid (α-LA) on the crush injury of rat sciatic nerve confirm the possible usefulness of α-LA administration in humans with peripheral nerve injuries. We discussed this issue in relation with our recent results in which the combined employment of α-LA and γ-linolenic acid with a rehabilitation program for six weeks reduced sensory symptoms and neuropathic pain in patients with compressive radiculopathy syndrome from disc-nerve root conflict in comparison with patients submitted to rehabilitation program alone for six weeks. |
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