What Is Peripheral Neuropathy and What Treatments Are Available?

Peripheral neuropathy is a debilitating and chronic condition that can rob you of your independence and ability to lead a normal life. If left untreated, it could get to the point where you are unable to sense your feet, sleep or function normally. However, peripheral neuropathy treatments in Naples, FL are available to help you deal with or heal from this condition.

WHAT IS PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY?

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves outside the spine and brain, which are called peripheral nerves. It often causes weakness, numbness and pain to the nerves in your hands, feet and other parts of the body.

Peripheral neuropathy often presents as tingling or numbness in the hands and feet before it moves into other parts of the body. As the nerves are damaged, whether from injury, infection, metabolic problems or other causes, the patient might feel numb or incredibly sensitive to every touch. Diabetes is a leading cause of peripheral neuropathy, but there are many potential ailments that can lead to this condition, such as chemotherapy treatment, alcoholism, injury, autoimmune disorders, tumors and infections.

If the underlying cause of the peripheral neuropathy can be treated, the symptoms may go away on their own. However, if it is a chronic illness or the symptoms do not disappear, you may need to seek alternative treatments.

Peripheral neuropathy is a progressive disease, meaning that if left untreated, it can worsen over time. If you’re suffering from peripheral neuropathy—either on its own or as an offshoot of another disease—you should seek to treat any underlying conditions as well as the nerve damage itself.

WHAT TREATMENTS ARE AVAILABLE?

At Hiler Feel Amazing Institute/ Chiropractic & Neurology, we use regenerative allografts, infrared treatment, electrical frequencies, and ozone to help address your symptoms as well as the root cause of your peripheral neuropathy. This treatment encourages the body to heal itself naturally from the neuropathic pain.

Typically, a patient can expect to see a reduction in pain, tingling, numbness and cramps, as well as improved balance and coordination, improved sleep and a lack of restlessness in the legs, among other relief. About 94 percent of patients experience growth and positive results in at least one of those areas.

HOW DOES TREATMENT WORK?

The team at Feel Amazing Institute/ Hiler Chiropractic & Neurology will examine you to determine the extent of the nerve damage and the best course for treatment. Most patients see results within a couple weeks of treatment, although more may be required for best results. The severity and cause of your condition will determine how we can best serve you, and what kind of results you can expect to see.

If you’re suffering and believe you could benefit from peripheral neuropathy treatment in Naples, FL, contact Feel Amazing Institute/ Hiler Chiropractic & Neurology today to book a consultation. We’ll help determine the best course of treatment and let you know when you can expect to start seeing—and feeling—results.