New Solutions to Neuropathy in Kingston WA.

Neuropathy is a condition characterized by nerve irritation of the nerve after it passes the nerve roots as they leave the spine. Therefore, any irritation of the nerves after they leave the spine is known as peripheral neuropathy. Therefore Sciatica by definition is also a Peripheral neuropathy in Kingston WA. But we generally use the term Peripheral Neuropathy for irritation of nerves that affect the hands and feet. The most common peripheral neuropathy is diabetic neuropathy.

Why is this condition so hard to treat?

Many patients go to their doctor and are told that there is nothing they can do for their neuropathy and are given a prescription for gabapentin or Neurontin.

There has to be a better way!

New treatment solutions for Neuropathy in Kingston WA:

1. Class IV Laser Therapy has been used in Europe for many years and is cutting edge at decreasing symptoms of numbness, tingling  and pain associated with the nerve irritation. When a patient presents with extremity symptoms and weakness in their hands and feet it does not take long to create a change that demonstrates the effectiveness of laser therapy. Any successful treatment plan for neuropathy should always include laser therapy.
2. Nutrition: Supplements that include a multitude of vitamin B combinations. Nerve endings need vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B12 in order to create nerve healing. The American diet is not rich in B vitamins and this creates an issue for neuropathy patients. Once their condition starts it usually accelerates due to the lack of nutrition in their current diets. A diet high in fruits and vegetables is always recommended for Neuropathy patients. Also increase probiotics for proper gut health helps create an environment where vitamins are absorbed for readily.
3. Acupuncture: Acupuncture is utilized to increase circulation to any tissue in the body including nerves. To increase the effectiveness of any treatment plan Acupuncture is extremely successful at waking up nerve endings and allowing symptoms to decrease. When you increase circulation to a nerve ending or nerve you are able to accelerate the healing process. Acupuncture also helps with decreasing pain, increasing joint motion and decreasing inflammation.

So the next time you go to your doctor’s office ask, “what are some new solutions to neuropathy and is there a better way than just taking medications?”