If one is diabetic and has an accident causing trauma, like blunt force, to the foot damaging nerves, is this considered
diabetic neuropathy, or can it lead to
diabetic neuropathy? A comprehensive
foot exam to assess the skin, muscles, bones, circulation, and sensation of the feet is in order. People who cannot sense pressure from a pinprick may have lost protective sensation and are at risk for developing foot sores that may not heal properly.
There are other tests the doctor can run.