Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that results from damage to the nerves that carry messages to the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nerve connects the brain and spinal cord to the muscles, skin, and internal organs, sending important information. This nerve also delivers sensory information to the central nervous system.
Damage to these nerves causes miscommunication between the brain and other parts of the body resulting in impaired muscle movement, pain, and numbness in the arms and legs. Types of peripheral neuropathy include carpal tunnel syndrome and nerve damage caused by other medical conditions like diabetes.
Each nerve in your peripheral system has a different function. Symptoms will vary depending on which type of nerve has been affected. The condition can affect one nerve or multiple nerves. Some of the symptoms often experienced with peripheral neuropathy include:
● Muscle weakness ● Sharp, jabbing pain ● Throbbing or burning pain
● Extreme sensitivity to touch ● Tingling in hands or feet
● Paralysis ● Bladder problems ● Excessive sweating
There is no single cause. Rather, peripheral neuropathy can be caused by a number of conditions including:
● Autoimmune diseases ● Diabetes ● HIV ● Hepatitis B and C
● Tumors ● Kidney, liver, and connective tissue disorders
● Alcoholism ● Medications (especially chemotherapy) ● Vitamin deficiencies
At Capital Region Integrative Health, we help those patients suffering from severe and chronic pain conditions. The key is to first determine if a patient's case can be accepted for a treatment program and determine the right combinations of the following possible treatments:
● Electro-Neurocurrent Therapy
● Laser Therapy ● Acoustic Wave Therapy (Shock Wave Therapy)
● Metabolic Nutritional Therapy ● Musculoskeletal and Soft Tissue Treatments
Get to the bottom of your pain or health issues in the greater Albany, NY area. Don’t wait another day to find a life-changing treatment at Capital Region Integrative Health – contact us today for a free consultation!
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