Peripheral neuropathy is a term used to describe damage to the peripheral nervous system. Peripheral neuropathy causes messages sent from the brain to other parts of the body to be interrupted and ...

Physical therapy focuses on improving movement, safety, and overall function. For people with peripheral neuropathy, goals usually include reducing pain, improving strength, enhancing balance, and ...

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Stocking glove neuropathy refers to symptoms of peripheral neuropathy that cause numbness, weakness, or sensory changes in the hands and feet. It has a number of potential causes, including diabetes.

Dear Doctor K: I have peripheral neuropathy. I know that people with diabetes often get neuropathy, but I'm not diabetic. What else can cause this condition? Dear Reader: Neuropathy is a medical term ...

After enduring a two-year diagnostic odyssey, Gregory Maassen received a diagnosis of a postinfectious form of peripheral neuropathy that affects small nerve fibers. He now uses exercise, including ...

Hereditary transthyretin-mediated amyloidosis (hATTR) is a rare condition that may cause polyneuropathy (nerve damage). If you have a family history or symptoms, your doctor may order tests to check ...

Q: I am seeking information on a foot and hand problem called neuropathy. I have had it for several years and it is getting worse. Three years ago a doctor prescribed Neurontin, which has helped, but ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I have a question regarding peripheral neuropathy. My brother has been treated for this for the past 10 years. He will be 60 in October. After an MRI found a left parietal tumor, he ...