The Relationship Between Neuropathic Pain and Serum Magnesium Levels in Stroke Patients

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between neuropathic pain and serum magnesium levels in post-stroke patients. Material and Methods: Consecutive patients who had completed the acute phase and were eligible for rehabilitation were included. Sociodemographic and clinical data, comorbidities, and medications were recorded at baseline. Neuropathic pain was assessed using the Douleur Neuropathique 4 (DN4) questionnaire, and motor and gait functions were evaluated using the Brunnstrom Recovery Stages and Functional Ambulation Classification (FAC). Assessments were repeated after a four-week rehabilitation program. Results: A total of 110 patients (74.5% ischemic stroke) were analyzed, with a median time since onset of 6 months (IQR: 4–12.8). Brunnstrom stages and FAC scores significantly improved post-treatment (all p