Peripheral neuropathy is a painful condition that affects millions of people each year in the United States. It occurs when damage or disease has occurred in the nerves that carry messages from the brain and spinal cord to the entire body.
Peripheral nerves stem in the spinal cord and run out along lines in the body known as dermatomes. When just one of these nerves becomes damaged, it can affect one or more dermatomes, causing pain to then radiate out to specific areas of the body.
This kind of nerve damage can interrupt communication between the brain and other parts of the body. It also can impair muscle movement, inhibit normal feeling in the arms and legs, and cause pain which can sometimes be intense.
Causes of Peripheral Neuropathy
People develop peripheral neuropathy for several reasons. It can be acquired through diabetes, inadequate nutrition, disease, or infection. It also can be hereditary, although this is not as common.
And in some cases, the original cause of peripheral neuropathy is never determined. This is called idiopathic neuropathy and as many as a third of all people in South Florida, with peripheral neuropathy fall into this category.
Treating Peripheral Neuropathy
Treatment for peripheral neuropathy depends on the type and severity of the condition. At NEUROMed Neuropathy Treatment Centers we find
that “timing” is a key component that can help put the breaks on the damaging effects of Peripheral Neuropathy Meaning, being seen in the most “timely” fashion in our centers and not putting it off 1 additional day can make all the difference in the world.
Capsaicin cream also is sometimes used to provide moderate improvement in peripheral neuropathy symptoms.
Relieving the Pain of Peripheral Neuropathy.
Because peripheral neuropathy can be such a painful condition, eradicating the suffering is generally top treatment priority.
If you suffer from peripheral neuropathy, our expert team can help relieve your pain. Contact us today to request an appointment. We can help you feel better fast!
