Semmes-Weinstein monofilaments set have been shown, through repeated testing and use to be an extremely accurate method of measuring cutaneous sensitivity, whether evaluating nerve return followin a surgical procedure, such as hand surgery or evaluating nerve loss due to a disease such as diabetes. Each filament is precisely calibrated to ensure accuracy of the evaluation. Each filament is color coded to allow ease in evaluating the level of sensitivity. choose from individual filaments, specialized or comprehensive sets.