Topical Remedy for Diabetic Neuropathy in Persian Medicine and Modern Phytotherapy: A Narrative Review

One of the most common complications of diabetes, which places a significant economic burden on both patients and society, is diabetic peripheral neuropathy.Managing diabetic neuropathy is challenging due to the limited availability of effective treatment options.In recent years, numerous studies have shown that topical herbal medicines can alleviate neurological symptoms.Therefore, these products, which offer significant analgesic effects with minimal side effects, have been used to treat patients with this condition.This paper reviews six types of topical herbal medicines with analgesic effects on diabetic neuropathy and provides insights for researchers aiming to design and develop effective topical herbal treatments.