Effectiveness of Semmes-Weinstein monofilament examination for diabetic peripheral neuropathy screening

The abnormalities indicated by SWME correlated well with those identified by lower limb VPT. Moreover, SWME 4.31/2 g correlated with fainting, suggesting that it could detect abnormalities in the small fibers. Considering the minimal time for this examination, SWME 4.31/2 g is a useful examination in an outpatient setting along with lower limb VPT and ankle reflex testing.