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Peripheral neuropathy symptoms affecting the feet

Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment in Lewes, Delaware

Peripheral neuropathy can affect sensation, balance, comfort, sleep, and confidence with daily movement. Patients often describe symptoms such as numbness, tingling, burning pain, sharp electrical sensations, muscle cramping, pins and needles, sensitivity to touch, or difficulty walking comfortably.

Cape Spine & Disc Therapy Center provides non-surgical neuropathy care for patients from Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Milton, Georgetown, and surrounding Sussex County communities. Patients experiencing numbness, tingling, burning sensations, balance problems, foot pain, nerve discomfort, or diabetic neuropathy often seek evaluation to determine appropriate treatment options.

Treatment approaches may help improve comfort, function, circulation, balance, mobility, and quality of life for some patients suffering from neuropathy symptoms. Recommendations depend on your health history, symptoms, examination findings, and treatment goals.


What Is Neuropathy?

Illustration of peripheral nerve damage associated with neuropathy

Neuropathy is a condition involving damage or impairment of nerves. Peripheral neuropathy affects nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, often in the feet, legs, hands, or arms. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling, burning, aching, cramping, weakness, sensitivity, balance problems, and altered sensation.

Neuropathy may result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, circulation issues, exposure to toxins, certain medications, autoimmune conditions, and other health concerns. One of the most common causes is diabetes.

Poor blood circulation may also contribute to neuropathy symptoms. People with diabetes can be especially susceptible to neuropathy because high blood sugar levels may affect small blood vessels and nerves over time.

Our Goal for Patients With Neuropathy Symptoms

Our goal is to help patients improve comfort, mobility, balance, function, sleep quality, and overall quality of life. For some patients, non-surgical neuropathy care may help reduce discomfort and support improved confidence with daily activities.

What Is Peripheral Neuropathy?

Peripheral neuropathy is a medical term that describes problems that occur when peripheral nerve endings are damaged or impaired. These nerves help send signals between the body and the central nervous system. When those signals are disrupted, patients may experience pain, numbness, tingling, burning, weakness, or changes in balance and coordination.

Early evaluation may improve the range of treatment options available. If you have been diagnosed with neuropathy or are experiencing symptoms that may be related to neuropathy, contact Cape Spine & Disc Therapy Center to schedule a consultation.

Common Neuropathy Symptoms

  1. Numbness
  2. Muscle cramping
  3. Pain or difficulty walking
  4. Difficulty sleeping from discomfort
  1. Sensitivity to touch
  2. Burning pain
  3. Sharp electrical pain
  4. Foot pain or hand discomfort
  1. Lack of coordination
  2. Prickling or tingling feeling
  3. Pins and needles sensation
  4. Balance problems

Factors That May Contribute to Peripheral Neuropathy

It is not always easy to identify the exact cause of peripheral neuropathy. A number of factors may contribute. Please call our clinic to learn whether our treatment approach may be appropriate for your condition.

Diabetes

Diabetes as a possible cause of peripheral neuropathy

Diabetes is one of the most common causes of peripheral neuropathy and can affect sensory, motor, and autonomic nerves.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy as a possible cause of neuropathy symptoms

Some patients undergoing chemotherapy may develop neuropathy symptoms during or after treatment.

Trauma or Pressure on the Nerve

Nerve trauma as a possible cause of peripheral neuropathy symptoms

Neuropathy symptoms may occur after injury, trauma, nerve irritation, or pressure affecting nerves in the legs, feet, arms, or hands.

Circulation Disorders

Circulation problems as a possible cause of neuropathy symptoms

Poor circulation may contribute to nerve-related symptoms, foot discomfort, and reduced tissue health.

Alcohol Use

Alcohol use as a possible contributor to neuropathy symptoms

Long-term excessive alcohol use may contribute to nerve damage and peripheral neuropathy symptoms.

Restless Legs Symptoms

Restless legs symptoms associated with nerve discomfort

Some patients with nerve discomfort may also report restless legs symptoms, cramping, and unpleasant sensations in the legs.

Disease Processes

Health conditions that may contribute to peripheral neuropathy

Autoimmune disease, kidney disease, liver disease, thyroid conditions, and certain viral or bacterial infections may contribute to peripheral neuropathy.


Peripheral & Diabetic Neuropathy Facts

  1. An estimated 20 million people in the United States have some form of peripheral neuropathy.
  2. More than 100 types of peripheral neuropathy have been identified, each with its own symptoms and prognosis.
  3. Peripheral neuropathy may be inherited or acquired through disease processes or trauma. In some cases, a specific cause cannot be identified.
  4. Many people with diabetes experience mild to severe nervous system damage affecting sensory, motor, or autonomic nerves.
  5. Peripheral nerves may have some ability to regenerate axons as long as the nerve cell itself has not died. Source: National Institutes of Health.

Non-Surgical Neuropathy Treatment Options

At Cape Spine & Disc Therapy Center, neuropathy care may include low level light therapy, laser therapy, vibrational therapy, nutritional support recommendations, and other conservative strategies based on the patient’s condition and goals.

Light and laser-based therapies may help support circulation, nerve function, tissue recovery, and symptom management in some patients. Results vary, and not every patient is a candidate. A consultation can help determine whether this approach may be appropriate for your condition.

For patients dealing with inflammation, joint pain, or soft tissue discomfort along with neuropathy symptoms, we may also discuss related non-surgical options such as Class IV Laser Therapy or Arthritis & Joint Pain Therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is peripheral neuropathy?

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord become damaged or impaired. It may cause numbness, tingling, burning sensations, pain, weakness, balance problems, or altered sensation in the hands or feet.

What are common neuropathy symptoms?

Common neuropathy symptoms may include numbness, tingling, burning pain, sharp electrical pain, muscle cramping, balance problems, difficulty walking, sensitivity to touch, and pins-and-needles sensations.

Can diabetes cause neuropathy?

Yes. Diabetes is one of the most common causes of peripheral neuropathy. High blood sugar may damage small blood vessels and nerves over time.

Can neuropathy affect balance?

Yes. Reduced sensation in the feet may affect balance, walking ability, coordination, and confidence with daily movement.

Where is Cape Spine & Disc Therapy Center located?

Cape Spine & Disc Therapy Center is located at 1540 Savannah Rd. Ste. B, Lewes, DE 19958. Call 302-644-2473 to request a consultation.