Recognizing Neuropathy Symptoms
Neuropathy is caused by nerve damage and can occur as a side effect of a chronic illness, like an autoimmune disorder or diabetes. Neuropathy can affect nerves anywhere in the body, so the neuropathy symptoms you have may depend on which nerves are affected. Diabetes typically affects nerves in the legs and feet. If you’re experiencing troubling symptoms and are worried they may be a side effect of your illness, take a look at these common neuropathy symptoms and then contact our chiropractors about neuropathy treatment in Rockwall.
Peripheral Neuropathy Symptoms
Peripheral neuropathy is the most common type of neuropathy, and it affects the feet and legs first, followed by the hands and arms. Your symptoms may be worse at night, and could include:
- Numbness
- Inability to feel temperature changes or pain
- Sharp pains or cramps in the feet and/or legs
- Muscle weakness
- Sensitivity to touch
- Ulcers, infections, or bone and joint damage to the foot
Autonomic Neuropathy Symptoms
Autonomic neuropathy affects your blood pressure, heart rate, digestive system, eyes, bladder, and sex organs. Symptoms include:
- Low blood sugar
- Drops in blood pressure
- Bladder or bowel problems
- Slow emptying stomach, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
- Increased or decreased sweating
- Trouble with vision when the light changes
- Problems with sexual response
Proximal Neuropathy Symptoms
Proximal neuropathy affects the thighs, hips, butt, and legs. Symptoms include:
- Severe pain in the thighs, hips, or butt
- Weakening or shrinking thigh muscles
- Trouble getting up when seated
- Chest pain or abdominal wall pain
Mononeuropathy Symptoms
Mononeuropathy refers to a single, specific nerve that is damaged, usually in the face, torso, arm, or leg. Symptoms can include:
- Trouble focusing or double vision
- Paralysis of one side of the face
- Numbness or tingling in the hands and fingers
- Hand weakness
- Pain in the shin or feet
- Pain at the front of the thigh
When to Visit Our Chiropractors for Neuropathy Treatment
You should visit our chiropractors if your symptoms are interfering with your daily life, are worsening, you aren’t sure what’s causing them, or if they’re occurring alongside a chronic illness like an autoimmune disorder or diabetes. Our chiropractors can provide an official diagnosis of neuropathy, determine what type of neuropathy you have, and develop a personalized neuropathy treatment plan.
Concerned You Have Neuropathy? Visit One of Our Rockwall Chiropractors
If you’re concerned that your symptoms indicate you have neuropathy, visit one of our Rockwall chiropractors at Rockwall Elite Healthcare. We can treat the underlying symptoms of neuropathy using safe, non-invasive chiropractic therapies like spinal decompression, chiropractic adjustments, platelet-rich plasma injections, and supplements. To learn more or schedule an appointment, call us today at (972) 961-0673.
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