Neuropathy Treatment in Upper Darby for Numbness, Tingling and Burning Pain
Neuropathy treatment in Upper Darby may be appropriate for people experiencing persistent numbness, tingling, burning, sensitivity, or discomfort in the hands or feet. Peripheral neuropathy can have many different causes, so identifying the source of your symptoms is an important first step.
At Everybody’s Chiropractic Center in Upper Darby, we evaluate patients with nerve-related symptoms to determine whether conservative musculoskeletal care may be appropriate or whether additional medical evaluation is needed.
What Is Peripheral Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction involving nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms can vary depending on which nerves are affected and what is causing the problem.
Common symptoms can include:
- Numbness or reduced sensation
- Tingling or pins-and-needles sensations
- Burning discomfort
- Sharp or shooting pain
- Increased sensitivity to touch
- Muscle weakness
- Balance or walking difficulties
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke provides additional information about peripheral neuropathy, its causes, symptoms, and treatment.
What Causes Neuropathy?
Neuropathy is not one single condition. It may be associated with diabetes, injuries, nerve compression, certain medications, vitamin deficiencies, autoimmune conditions, infections, and other medical problems.
Because the cause matters, persistent numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning pain should be properly evaluated rather than assuming every case has the same treatment.
Conservative Neuropathy Treatment in Upper Darby
When examination findings suggest that a patient’s symptoms have a musculoskeletal or nerve-compression component, conservative care may be considered.
Depending on the individual patient, care may focus on:
- Improving joint and spinal mobility
- Reducing muscular tension
- Addressing posture and movement problems
- Therapeutic exercise
- Supporting balance and mobility
- Identifying areas where nerves may be irritated or compressed
Patients with symptoms caused by conditions such as diabetes or another systemic disease should continue appropriate medical management with their physician.
Can Chiropractic Care Help Nerve-Related Symptoms?
Some numbness and tingling symptoms can occur when nerves become irritated or compressed in the spine or extremities.
In these situations, chiropractic and rehabilitative care may help address contributing musculoskeletal problems. However, chiropractic treatment does not cure every form of peripheral neuropathy, and treatment recommendations should depend on the cause of the symptoms.
Patients experiencing leg symptoms related to the lower back can also learn more about our sciatica treatment in Upper Darby.
What About SoftWave Therapy?
Everybody’s Chiropractic Center also offers SoftWave Therapy for certain musculoskeletal conditions.
Whether SoftWave Therapy is appropriate for a patient experiencing neuropathy-type symptoms depends on the diagnosis and examination findings. We do not assume that every case of numbness, tingling, or burning pain has the same cause.
When Should You Have Numbness or Tingling Evaluated?
Consider having symptoms evaluated if you experience:
- Persistent numbness in the hands or feet
- Burning or shooting pain
- Progressive weakness
- Difficulty walking or maintaining balance
- Symptoms that continue to worsen
- Numbness accompanied by significant neck or back pain
Early evaluation can help determine whether symptoms are coming from a local nerve irritation, spinal problem, or another medical condition.
Schedule a Neuropathy Evaluation in Upper Darby
If numbness, tingling, burning discomfort, or nerve-related pain is affecting your daily activities, contact Everybody’s Chiropractic Center for an evaluation.
Everybody’s Chiropractic Center
115 E Township Line Road, Upper Darby, PA 19082 – click for google maps.
Call: 610-789-1800
Everybody’s Chiropractic Center proudly serves patients from Upper Darby, Havertown, Drexel Hill, Springfield, Broomall, Clifton Heights, Lansdowne, Aldan, Collingdale, Darby, Yeadon, Media, Newtown Square, Ardmore, Wynnewood, Bala Cynwyd, and surrounding Delaware County and nearby Philadelphia communities.