Symptoms, prevention, relief, and reversal.

Introduction

Diabetic neuropathy, a common complication of diabetes, can be a painful and debilitating condition that affects the nerves. Untreated neuropathy can lead to tingling, numbness, and difficulty balancing. Over time the symptoms will worsen and can lead to a lower quality of life, permanent nerve damage, foot ulcers, and in severe cases, it can lead to amputation. 

Chronic neuropathy pain can be a debilitating condition for many, but relief is possible. Recently, WOOD TV's EightWest featured our very own Dr. Karen May during a segment that focused on the various treatment options available for people suffering from this condition, and how we approach things differently at Momentum Health Neuropathy Center.

Neuropathy can have a profound effect on your life, particularly when it affects the feet. For individuals with neuropathy, something as simple as choosing the right footwear or using a walker can significantly impact their overall well-being and mobility. Let’s delve deeper into how shoes and walkers play a pivotal role in your neuropathy healing journey.

Mention the word neuropathy and you’re bound to be inundated with a laundry list of physical symptoms. There’s a large focus on the physical stress and pain that this condition causes, so it’s easy to put a singular focus on those things. However, when we only look at the physical symptoms of neuropathy, we overlook the impact that it has on our mental health. To this end, I’d like to share some insights and experiences I’ve gleaned throughout my healing journey about the toll that neuropathy can take on our psychological well-being and steps you can take to overcome these “invisible” symptoms.