Diabetes & Neuropathy Testing
Diabetes & Neuropathy Testing
Neuropathy & Diabetes Testing
Algeos Australia supplies a comprehensive range of neuropathy and diabetes testing tools designed to support early detection, risk stratification, and ongoing monitoring in diabetic foot care. From 10 g monofilaments and 128 Hz tuning forks to vascular Dopplers, reflex hammers, non-contact thermometers and sphygmomanometers, each item helps clinicians assess protective sensation, vibration perception, circulation and temperature changes that signal neuropathic risk.
Why this range matters
Peripheral neuropathy can be subtle at first. Simple, repeatable chairside tests provide invaluable insight before symptoms escalate. Combining light-touch testing (monofilaments), vibration perception (tuning forks), vascular assessment (Doppler), and reflex/temperature checks builds a more complete clinical picture - guiding preventative education, footwear and insole choices, offloading strategies, and timely referrals.
What you’ll find in this category
- Monofilaments & sensory probes: Standardised 10 g monofilament testing for protective sensation, including single-use and reusable options.
- Tuning forks (typically 128Â Hz): Vibration perception testing for early detection and progression tracking, including scale-marked models for consistency.
- Vascular Dopplers: Handheld Dopplers (commonly 8 MHz) to evaluate pedal pulses and peripheral perfusion alongside neuropathy screening.
- Reflex hammers & neuro tools: Babinski/patella hammers to assess reflex integrity and neuromuscular function.
- Thermometers (non-contact): Quick temperature comparisons to spot inflammation, Charcot risk, or pressure-related hotspots.
- Blood pressure monitoring: Aneroid sphygmomanometers to support cardiovascular risk assessment in diabetes care.
Clinical applications
Use this toolkit to screen at-risk patients, document baseline findings, and monitor change over time. Objective, repeatable measures help you communicate risk, tailor treatment plans (from skin care to offloading), and schedule follow-ups based on trend data rather than single-point assessments.
At-a-glance guide
| Tool | Primary Purpose | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| 10Â g Monofilament | Protective sensation (light touch) | Screen & rescreen loss of sensation at standard foot sites |
| 128Â Hz Tuning Fork | Vibration perception threshold (VPT) | Detect early large-fibre neuropathy; track progression |
| Vascular Doppler (≈8 MHz) | Peripheral perfusion & pedal pulses | Complement neuropathy screen with circulatory insight |
| Reflex Hammer | Neurological reflex integrity | Qualitative check of reflex arcs and nerve pathways |
| Non-contact Thermometer | Temperature differentials | Identify inflammation/pressure hotspots & Charcot risk |
| Sphygmomanometer | Cardio-metabolic risk context | Support vascular risk management in diabetes |
Benefits for clinicians & patients
- Early detection: Identify at-risk feet before ulceration.
- Consistency: Standardised tools improve repeatability and documentation.
- Decision support: Inform footwear, orthoses, skin care and offloading plans.
- Monitoring: Trend results to evaluate response to interventions.
- Education: Objective findings make patient conversations clearer and more actionable.
Shop neuropathy testing with confidence
Algeos Australia is a long-standing partner to podiatrists and allied health professionals. Explore monofilaments, tuning forks, Dopplers, reflex hammers, thermometers and more to build a dependable screening and monitoring toolkit—helping you act early, personalise care, and protect patients from serious complications.