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What is neuropathy?

Neuropathy is an often-painful condition caused by compressed or damaged nerves. It’s common among people with diabetes, though anyone can develop it. 

Treating neuropathy naturally is highly effective and helps you avoid taking addictive medications. See the Spectrum Pain Management team at the first sign of nerve problems. 

What symptoms can neuropathy cause?

Neuropathy can cause:

  • Burning
  • Tingling
  • Numbness 
  • Radiating pain
  • Weakness
  • Prickling
  • Jabbing or sharp pain
  • Aching discomfort
  • Shooting pain
  • Electric shocklike pain
  • Touch sensitivity 
  • Lack of coordination
  • Falling

You might experience these or other symptoms in your arms, legs, hands, feet, or other areas.

What are the risk factors of neuropathy?

Common causes and risk factors associated with neuropathy pain include:

  • Diabetes
  • Arthritis
  • Lupus
  • Infections
  • Inherited disorders
  • Kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Tumors
  • Bone marrow disorders
  • Thyroid diseases
  • Alcohol use disorder
  • Some medications
  • Toxin exposure
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Repetitive motions
  • Injuries 
  • Nerve pressure
  • Family history of neuropathy 

Car accidents, falls, sports injuries, work-related injuries, or other issues can also damage or place pressure on painful nerves. However, the cause of neuropathy isn’t always known. 

How is neuropathy diagnosed?

To determine if you have neuropathy and its underlying cause, the Spectrum Pain Management team discusses your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle habits. 

They check your vital signs, complete a medical evaluation, and may order blood tests, nerve testing, or imaging procedures before personalizing a treatment plan. 

How is neuropathy treated naturally? 

Spectrum Pain Management offers an array of holistic treatments for neuropathy pain, including:

Healthy lifestyle counseling

Ways to reduce nerve pain and the risk of future problems include eating a healthy diet, taking dietary supplements, getting regular exercise, managing your blood sugar, and maintaining an ideal body weight. 

Avoid repetitive motions, excessive alcohol, and smoking. Your team offers medical weight management, nutrition counseling, and much more.

Physical therapy

Your Spectrum Pain Management specialist reduces nerve pain by helping you complete flexibility and strength exercises. 

Acupuncture

By inserting tiny needles into specific tissues, your provider increases your blood flow, reduces pain naturally, stimulates healing, and balances energy flow. 

Spinal decompression 

Spinal decompression uses gentle exercises, weights, pulleys, traction, or other methods to stretch your spine, reduce compression, and ease pain caused by pinched nerves. 

Massage therapy 

Massaging and manipulating painful tissues can reduce pressure placed on painful nerves.

Schedule an evaluation at Spectrum Pain Management by phone or online today to learn more about your holistic neuropathy treatment options.