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By Jay Dy


Peripheral neuropathy causes sensory changes in the small nerves under one's skin. These changes often begin in the fingers and toes, but over time the disease progresses and it can move up the affected limbs. A Memphis chiropractor offers noninvasive therapy to help with the condition.

The most common cause of neuropathy is type 2 diabetes, but the condition can be related to other conditions as well. Even the medication you take can affect these nerves. In addition, some sufferers have had damage due to two or more causes. Chiropractors offer effective therapy even if the neuropathy is caused by something other than diabetes.

Many patients are disheartened to learn they have this form of neuropathy. This condition is progressive and not responsive to either surgery or drugs. Doctors often give patients painkilling medication to reduce symptoms. However the drugs do nothing to reverse the underlying cause.

Research is showing promise for use of a therapy using low-level infrared light. This therapy is both non-invasive and drug free. It helps by boosting the natural healing ability of the human body. In addition, the chiropractic doctor may also use therapies to help improve balance and the body-brain connection. Therapy can also improve nerve function and circulation in your extremities.

Patients experience fewer symptoms from their condition with this therapy. The pain is reduced as are the number of leg or arm cramps. They experience less numbness and fewer tingling sensations in the feet. Some note greater sensitivity to temperature. Restless leg syndrome becomes less bothersome.

The first step to finding relief of this condition is an exam by a Memphis chiropractor. Like other health conditions, neuropathy has many stages and the lines of definition are often blurred. The results of the exam let the doctor and you know if you are a good candidate for the therapy. In addition, it rules out other factors that could mimic neuropathy.




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