Are you experiencing the discomfort of neuropathy? Neuropathy occurs when the peripheral nervous system, which connects your limbs and organs to the central nervous system, becomes damaged. This can affect your sense of touch and temperature, leading to pain, numbness, or tingling in the hands and feet. Neuropathy often results from conditions like diabetes, trauma, infections, toxins, or metabolic issues.
There are different types of neuropathy:
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Sensorimotor neuropathy: affects sensory and motor nerves.
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Autonomic neuropathy: affects functions like heartbeat and breathing.
Common symptoms include sensations of tingling, burning, or prickling. While the duration of these symptoms varies, proper treatment can improve them, especially when addressing the underlying cause. Neuropathy is often linked to lifestyle factors, poor nutrition, or pressure on the nerves.
Neuropathy can be classified based on how many nerves are affected:
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Mononeuropathy: involves a single nerve (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome).
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Multiple mononeuropathy: involves two or more individual nerves.
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Polyneuropathy: involves multiple peripheral nerves, often related to diabetes.
Neuropathy affects people of all ages, and certain risk factors, such as diabetes, autoimmune diseases, repetitive movements, and poor nutrition, can increase the likelihood of developing it. It can also be caused by various conditions, including infections, toxins, trauma, or deficiencies.
Diagnosing neuropathy involves:
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Medical history review
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Physical and neurological exams
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Blood and nerve conduction tests
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Occasionally, nerve biopsy
Treatment for neuropathy includes medication, creams, therapies, and lifestyle adjustments to support nervous system health. Options may include antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and even alternative therapies like chiropractic adjustments, massage, yoga, and acupuncture. For some, neuromodulators like spinal stimulators or deep brain stimulation may be used.
Proper nutrition and exercise are key in managing neuropathy. If you have questions or need assistance, our team is here to help you on your wellness journey.
Peripheral Neuropathy & Chiropractic Care
Peripheral neuropathy can feel like a thief, robbing you of comfort, confidence, and the joy of simple movement. It causes numbness, tingling, burning, or sharp pain that starts at your hands or feet, but often impacts your entire quality of life.
The good news is that there's a path forward. You deserve relief, and our chiropractic care offers a natural, non-invasive solution to help you reclaim your life.
At the core, peripheral neuropathy happens when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord become damaged. This can disrupt how the nerves communicate with the rest of your body. The pain or discomfort may be persistent, but it doesn't have to define your every moment.
Our chiropractic approach is about empowering your body to heal itself. By realigning the spine and ensuring proper nerve flow, we help reduce the pressure that causes nerve dysfunction.
Through gentle adjustments, targeted therapies, and comprehensive care plans, we can help restore your body's balance and alleviate the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy.
You deserve a life free from constant discomfort. Let chiropractic care be your partner on the journey to relief, recovery, and renewed vitality. Start feeling the difference today.