Treating Neuropathy at Advanced Spine & Posture Grand Rapids, MI
Do you experience extreme numbness, tingling, or a burning sensation in your feet and hands? Chances are you have neuropathy, a medical condition that can limit a person’s mobility. If left untreated, you may be at risk of complications such as foot ulcers. Luckily, you can control this condition with chiropractic treatments.
At Advanced Spine & Posture, our main goals are to:
Stimulate the damaged nerves- Decrease pain and discomfort
- Increase blood circulation to the nerves, which promotes healing
Are you looking for a non-invasive option to control pain caused by damaged nerves? Chiropractors in Grand Rapids, MI, use the latest techniques to address nerve disorders.
Fun Fact
Over 100 types of peripheral neuropathy exist, each with a unique set of symptoms.
The function of peripheral nerves
The peripheral nerves are part of the nervous system. They transform information from the spinal cord to other parts of the body. This includes the brain, organs, and limbs. This network helps to control the ability to move, feel, and perform everyday tasks. Besides, it helps in managing blood pressure levels and the digestive system. Thus, when the nerves sustain injuries, the functioning of your body may change. You may experience symptoms such as:
- Loss of balance
- Reduced sensitivity to temperatures
- Sharp pain
- Hypersensitivity to touch
- Muscles weakness
- Tingling and numbness
Chiropractic care is an effective treatment for conditions associated with the nervous and musculoskeletal systems.
Your spinal cord consists of vertebrae, which, when misaligned, can squeeze the nerves in that area. A chiropractor performs spinal decompression to ease pressure from the nerves, hence, eliminating pain.
Stages of neuropathy
As you are aware, neuropathy occurs due to the compression or damage of the nerves. You may experience various symptoms depending on the level of nerve damage and how long the nerves have been damaged. When you have neuropathy, it is wise to understand the stage you’re currently in so the chiropractor can evaluate the extent of the damage. With this, they can create a personalized treatment plan. Here are the stages:
- Numbness and painDuring this stage, many people complain of the discomfort as tingling. You may feel like pins are poking in your arms and feet.
- Constant painAt this stage, it is best to seek professional help before the nerves become severely damaged. You may experience pain that comes and go or numbness from one side of the body.
- Nerve degenerationThis stage can cause an impact on your everyday life. Patients lose motor skills and feelings on both sides of the body.
- Loss of sensationDuring this stage, the nerves are destroyed and cannot send a message to the brain. Thus, you may find it challenging to walk or perform tasks.
Chiropractic care is a good way to deal with the symptoms of neuropathy. When treating neuropathy, our chiropractors bring your whole body, including the nerves, back into their functions and alignments. This means an improvement in your overall health. During the treatment of neuropathy, here are some of the benefits you’ll experience:
- Increased blood flow in your body
- Decreased stress and anxiety
- Proper realignment of the spine
- Improved nervous system
A quality life means living a pain-free life! Visit our office in Grand Rapids, MI and, experience the pain relief and treatment you deserve.
At Advanced Spine & Posture, we use a comprehensive approach of chiropractic treatments to address neuropathy. Our chiropractors in Grand Rapids, MI will start by diagnosing the cause of your symptoms to create a personalized and non-invasive treatment plan.
Book an appointment with one of our chiropractors!
References
https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/neuro/conditioninfo/parts
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/147963
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/peripheral-neuropathy-fact-sheet
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3238291/
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