Diabetic neuropathy
Peripheral Neuropathy
The basics
What Is Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy?
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage caused by high blood sugar levels over time. It’s one of the most common complications of diabetes and usually affects the nerves in the feet and legs first, and sometimes the hands.
When blood sugar stays elevated, it damages the small blood vessels that supply the nerves. As a result, the nerves can’t get enough oxygen and nutrients, which leads to:
- Numbness, tingling, or burning sensations in the feet or hands
- Sharp or shooting pain that may worsen at night
- Muscle weakness or loss of balance
- Cuts or sores on the feet that don’t heal well (because of reduced sensation)
Advanced therapies like laser treatment and spinal decompression can help restore nerve function, improve circulation, and reduce painful symptoms, helping you get back to normal, active living.
Your options
What Options Are There for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy?
If you’ve been suffering from Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy you are probably wondering if (a) will it get worse and (b) can I stop its progression without medication?
Those are exactly the questions a consultation is for. Our Class IV Laser and SpineMED® Spinal Decompression therapies are drug-free and non-invasive, and your recommendations will depend on a complete individual evaluation.
Know the signs
Signs You Might Have Peripheral Neuropathy
Sensory Symptoms (most common)
- Numbness in the feet, toes, or hands
- Tingling or “pins and needles” sensations
- Burning pain (often worse at night)
- Sharp, shooting, or electric-like pains
- Increased sensitivity to touch, so even light touches may hurt
- Reduced ability to feel temperature changes
Motor (movement) Symptoms
- Weakness in the legs or feet
- Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or standing for long periods
- Muscle cramping or twitching
- Frequent tripping or stumbling
- Loss of balance or coordination
Autonomic Symptoms (less common, but possible)
- Changes in sweating (too much or too little)
- Digestive issues like bloating, constipation, or slow digestion
- Dizziness when standing up (due to blood pressure changes)
- Heat intolerance
Don’t wait on these
When to Book Sooner Rather Than Later
Nerve symptoms tend to be easier to work with the earlier they are looked at. Give us a call if any of these sound like you:
- Symptoms that are progressively worsening
- Pain that interferes with walking, sleep, or daily activities
- Loss of sensation that becomes significant
- Any neuropathy symptoms in someone with diabetes, chemotherapy history, or spinal issues
Call us at (904) 217-0542 and we’ll talk it through.
Living with type 2
Three Patients Whose Neuropathy Came From Diabetes
Eric, Tim and Mary Jo all trace their nerve symptoms back to type 2 diabetes. Each of them describes where they started and what treatment has been like. Neuropathy is not only an older person’s condition: it shows up in working-age and active patients too.
Back on the court
Numbness, the Fear of Falling, and Competitive Pickleball
Eric is a younger patient living with type 2 diabetes. The numbness in his feet had him worried about losing his footing. He talks about what changed and how he kept playing.
Eric: A Difference After the First Treatment
54, type 2 diabetes, and a lot of pickleball.
Tim: The Best Thing I’ve Ever Done
Better circulation from the laser, and he recommends it without hesitation.
Mary Jo: Grateful for All the Help
Six months from her first visit to finishing the program, and she’d tell you to go.
In their words
Less Numbness, Steadier on Their Feet
I have had much success. The numbness has diminished immensely, and I don’t have pain anymore.
I can walk along and not feel like I’m gonna tumble over and my sleep has improved. More people should try and do this treatment.
On Saturday and Sunday I walked 10 miles each day and I even jogged a little bit. I’m very happy and impressed with this program. Highly recommend!
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