PERIPHERAL
NEUROPATHY
IS THE COMMON CAUSE OF INJURY TO THE NERVES. THIS INCLUDES CAR ACCIDENTS, FALLS, OR FRACTURES.
TYPES OF PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED, EACH WITH ITS OWN SYMPTOMS AND PROGNOSIS. SYMPTOMS VARY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF NERVES - MOTOR, SENSORY, OR AUTONOMIC - THAT ARE DAMAGED.
PEOPLE IN THE UNITED STATES HAVE BEEN ESTIMATED TO HAVE SOME FORM OF PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY.
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition characterized by damage or dysfunction of nerves that carry information from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. It often involves weakness, numbness, and pain, usually in your hands and feet. It can also affect other areas of your body. Peripheral neuropathy can result from traumatic injuries, chemotherapy treatments, infections, metabolic problems, inherited causes, and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes is diabetes. People with peripheral neuropathy generally describe the pain as stabbing, burning, or tingling.
Symptoms can range from mild to disabling and are rarely life-threatening. The symptoms depend on the type of nerve fibers affected and the type and severity of the damage. Symptoms may develop over days, weeks, or years. Symptoms often improve, mainly if caused by a treatable condition. While medications can reduce peripheral neuropathy pain, we analyze the root cause of dysfunction and work with various therapies to help the nerves heal and regenerate naturally.
Some downstream effects of peripheral neuropathy can include balance issues. Therefore, we evaluate all balance components and work with your brain to develop a better sense of spatial awareness, increase postural stability, and reduce fall risk.