The Elderly and Individuals with Diabetes Who Have Peripheral Neuropathy

Multiple Choice

The elderly and individuals with diabetes who have peripheral neuropathy in the lower extremities might experience balance deficits and increased risk for falls due to:

A) Inability to generate motor output to regain balance.
B) Decreased joint position sense in the feet, reducing ability to use ankle or hip strategies to maintain balance.
C) Reduced somatosensation in the lower extremities.
D) Inability to participate in balance exercise programs or activities.