More than 20 million people in the United States have peripheral neuropathy, a neurological condition affecting the peripheral nerves.
There can be a number of different causes including diabetes, thyroid disorders, auto-immune conditions, some infections and side effects from chemotherapy. Symptoms often include tingling pain, numbness, and a burning sensation in the hands and feet.
For many it can be a debilitating condition making it difficult to do simple tasks from buttoning clothes and putting on jewelry to walking and driving. The pain can also interrupt sleep leaving you feeling exhausted and irritable and oftentimes helpless.
Neuropathy responds extremely well to acupuncture treatment as acupuncture stimulates the body’s nervous system. It can help repair the nerve damage in the hands and feet by bringing blood circulation to those areas so they can heal.
