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My Feet are Killing Me – Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral Neuropathy can be devastating disorder affecting all facets of life. Numbness and pain commonly begin in the feet, but may include the legs, hands and arms. In many patients, the pain is worse at night or after exercise.

Peripheral Neuropathy is not a single disease, but rather is the result of conditions such as traumatic injuries, lumbar disc herniations, metabolic disorders (commonly Diabetes), use of statin drugs (cholesterol lowering drugs), and exposure to toxins.

Regardless of the cause of the Peripheral Neuropathy, the effect on the nerves is the same. Damage from the above mentioned conditions decrease the oxygen and nutrient supply to nerves, causing them to atrophy and become dormant.

Peripheral Neuropathy typically begins in the longest nerves that reach down to your toes, which is why most sufferers will have pain in the feet and legs. Symptoms and their severity between patients will vary, depending on which types of nerves are affected and the degree of damage. Signs and symptoms include:

• Numbness and tingling in your feet or hands, which may spread upwards into your legs and arms
• Burning pain
• Sharp, jabbing or electric-like pain
• Extreme sensitivity to touch
• Lack of coordination
• Muscle weakness or paralysis
• Bowel or bladder problems

Our clinic offers a safe, effective treatment program for neuropathic pain and numbness without drugs or surgery. Regardless of the cause of the Peripheral Neuropathy, our system can help to restore proper nerve health and function.

Every patient receives a thorough examination to determine if they have Peripheral Neuropathy. And if so, a personalized treatment program will be tailored to meet their specific needs.

We awaken your dormant nerves and return you to an active, pain free and fulfilling life.