Is there any successful treatment for peripheral neuropathy?

Effective prognosis and treatment of peripheral neuropathy relies heavily on the cause of the nerve damage. For example, a peripheral neuropathy caused by a vitamin deficiency can be treated — even reversed — with vitamin therapy and an improved diet.

How can I control neuropathy without medication?

To help you manage peripheral neuropathy:

1. Take care of your feet, especially if you have diabetes. Check daily for blisters, cuts or calluses.
2. Exercise.
3. Quit smoking.
4. Eat healthy meals.
5. Avoid excessive alcohol.
6. Monitor your blood glucose levels.

Are there injections for neuropathy?

Injections of medication close to nerves, known as nerve blocks, relieve neuropathic pain symptoms by disrupting pain signals to the brain. Short-term relief is provided by injecting a medication into the area in pain.

Is neuropathy really treatable?

Some cases of neuropathy can be easily treated and sometimes cured. Not all neuropathies can be cured, however. In these cases, treatment is aimed at controlling and managing symptoms and preventing further nerve damage.

Can neuropathy in feet be reversed?

While you can’t reverse the damage from neuropathy, there are ways to help manage the condition, including: lowering your blood sugar. treating nerve pain. regularly checking your feet to make sure they are free of injury, wounds, or infection.

Can a podiatrist help with neuropathy?

Anyone who has symptoms of peripheral neuropathy in their feet or legs should see a podiatrist. The podiatrists at American Foot and Leg Specialists are trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this type of nerve damage.

What kind of doctor treats neuropathy in the feet?

Everyone with symptoms of peripheral neuropathy of the feet should see a podiatrist. Podiatrists are doctors who are specially trained to preserve the health of the feet.