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Introduction: Neuromuscular Taping (NMT) is the application of elastic adhesive tape to the skin without any tension over the target area. NMT has demonstrated the ability to induce a dilation effect on underlying body tissues, leading to pain relief, improved lymphatic flow, and increased vascularity. The outcomes of the present study will provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of NMT in alleviating sensorimotor symptoms associated with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN).Aim: To assess the effectiveness of NMT in addition to conventional treatment among patients with DPN. Materials and Methods: This pilot feasibility trial was conducted in the Department of Physiotherapy, Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, Ambala, Haryana, India, from January 2023 to January 2024. A total of 12 participants were recruited and were divided into two groups: Experimental Group (EG) (n=6) and Control Group (CG) (n=6). An 8-weeks physiotherapy intervention was given. EG group received NMT on bilateral tibialis anterior, tibialis posterior, peroneus longus muscles and transverse arch of foot and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) on the course of bilateral tibial and peroneal nerves. CG received sham taping and TENS as EG group. Patients were assessed for pre and post intervention using the outcomes; Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Signs and Symptoms (LANSS) and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) of tibial, peroneal and sural nerves. Results: There was significant improvement in the LAANS scores; p=0.03 and NCV tibial right; p=0.01, NCV tibial left; p=0.01, NCV peroneal right; p=0.04 and NCV peroneal left; p=0.03, NCV sural right; p= 0.03 and NCV sural left; p= 0.01 at p>0.05. Conclusion: The present study suggested that NMT in conjunction with conventional treatment can be an effective approach for managing sensorimotor symptoms of DPN. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]