Neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves in the body and causes tingling, numbness, and pain. At Chiropractic Place Family Wellness Centers in Onalaska, we provide various treatments to help ease your symptoms and improve your well-being. Prior to visiting us, learn more about neuropathy below:

What is Neuropathy?

Neuropathy causes damage to the peripheral nerves. These nerves transmit information and signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. It also often affects the hands and feet first before impacting your knees or legs. There are over 100 types of neuropathy and can often occur due to diabetes, injury, infections, or autoimmune diseases.

Common Symptoms

Neuropathy can produce a variety of symptoms. Some of the most common symptoms include:

• Numbness and Tingling — You may experience tingling or reduced sensation in your feet, hands, arms or legs. These symptoms are also the first signs that may indicate that you have neuropathy.
• Sharp Pain — Neuropathy can cause sudden and sharp pain that feel like electric shocks shooting through your body.
• Muscle Weakness — Over time, the motor nerves become damaged, which can lead to loss of strength and coordination in the extremities.
• Balance Problems — The nerves that detect joint position and vibration can be impacted and make it difficult to walk steadily.
• Sensitivity to Touch — When you have neuropathy, you may have extreme pain from light touches.

Treatment for Neuropathy

If you are experiencing multiple neuropathy symptoms, especially numbness and tingling, it’s important to seek treatment. Early diagnosis and treatment are also important for managing neuropathy. Treatments like medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes can help improve the functions of the nerves. Along with that, they can help relieve any nerve compression or irritation. When you visit us, we will speak with you about your symptoms, review your medical history, and provide the necessary treatment.

Contact us for an Appointment Today!

If you are experiencing any symptoms of neuropathy that are affecting your quality of life, let our team at Chiropractic Place Family Wellness Centers in Onalaska help. To learn about our treatments or to schedule your appointment, call our Onalaska location at (608) 783-7735 today. When you need a chiropractor near me, we are happy to assist!