New Solutions To Neuropathy In North Portland

What is neuropathy?

Neuropathy in North Portland is a condition characterized by nerve irritation/damage to peripheral nerves in your feet and hands.

What causes neuropathy in North Portland OR?

Neuropathy is caused by metabolic damage to the cells of the nerves, that can be caused by diabetes, metabolic syndrome, poor diet, malnutrition and also side effects from pharmaceuticals.

What are some common symptoms of peripheral neuropathy?

• Pain with motion, walking
• Numbness
• Loss of balance
• Difficulty sleeping
• Pins and needles
• And many other symptoms dependent on duration of condition and underlying issues

Does my diet play a role with Neuropathy?

Yes.

Diets that are very high in inflammatory foods such as dairy, sugar, wheat can cause inflammation within the body which can cause an immune response that creates an environment for neuropathy to begin.

Foods that are good for nerve function are fruits and vegetables, healthy protein such as chicken and turkey and lots of water to keep the body hydrated.

What is the most common treatment for neuropathy?

Pharmaceutical. Nerve blocker such as gabapentin are the front line treatments when it comes to any nerve condition such as peripheral neuropathy. For severe cases, prescription medications are also prescribed. If sleep is an issue with neuropathy, patients are prescribed sleep medication such as Ambien to get through the night.

Natural solutions to neuropathy

Chiropractic combine with rehab has shown successful outcomes for acute and chronic cases of neuropathy. When there is pressure on the nerves caused by any form of irritation, chiropractic and rehab can get the nervous system functioning optimally to avoid future complications and give relief from pain.

We are one of the only few countries in the world that relies on pharmaceuticals to treat neuropathy. There must be better education on dietary changes and changes in lifestyle to prevent the start of peripheral neuropathy and severe cases.