What exactly is peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is damage to the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. These nerves control sensations, muscle movement, and automatic body functions. When damaged, they can’t properly send signals between your body and brain, resulting in numbness, pain, and weakness, particularly in hands and feet.
What are the most common symptoms?
Symptoms vary based on which nerves are affected but often include numbness and tingling (especially in extremities), burning or sharp pain that may worsen at night, muscle weakness, loss of balance, sensitivity to touch, and temperature sensation changes. Some patients experience cramping, twitching, or notice changes in skin texture and nail growth.
Can peripheral neuropathy be reversed?
The long-term outlook depends on several factors, including the underlying cause, severity of nerve damage, and type of care you receive. When addressed early with proper care, many patients experience significant improvement in symptoms and function. Our approach focuses on creating conditions that support nerve healing rather than simply managing symptoms.
How do you diagnose peripheral neuropathy?
We conduct an in-depth evaluation that includes a detailed medical history, physical and neurological examination, and special sensory testing. We assess muscle strength, reflexes, and sensory function while evaluating blood flow to affected areas. This thorough approach helps identify the underlying causes of your nerve damage.
How is your approach different from medical treatments?
Traditional medical care typically relies on prescription medications to mask pain symptoms. These drugs don’t heal damaged nerves and often come with unwanted side effects. Our approach focuses on improving circulation to deliver oxygen and nutrients to damaged nerves, reducing inflammation, and supporting the body’s natural healing processes—all without drugs or invasive procedures.
Is your care uncomfortable or painful?
No. Our care is gentle, non-invasive, and designed with your comfort in mind. Many patients with even severe sensitivity find our approach soothing. Our Tri-Wave Light Therapy produces only a mild, comfortable warmth sensation. As nerves begin to heal, you might experience temporary tingling sensations, which actually indicate positive changes occurring.
How soon might I notice improvements?
While everyone’s response differs, many patients report noticeable changes after just a few sessions. Consistent care typically yields the best results, with improvements building over time as nerve function is restored.
