Neuropathy Treatment in Steele Creek, NC
What Is Neuropathy?
Neuropathy can cause ongoing discomfort, numbness, tingling, and weakness that interfere with your daily life. We help patients identify nerve-related symptoms and provide non-surgical care designed to support better function, comfort, and quality of life.
Neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction affecting the nerves, often called peripheral neuropathy when it involves the nerves that carry messages between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body.
Common Symptoms of Neuropathy
Symptoms vary depending on which nerves are affected. Some people experience mild tingling, while others deal with ongoing pain or loss of sensation. Common symptoms may include:
- Numbness in the hands, feet, arms, or legs
- Tingling, burning, or “pins and needles” sensations
- Muscle weakness
- Increased sensitivity to touch
- Poor balance or loss of coordination
- Sharp, shooting, or radiating pain
- Changes in sensation or temperature sensitivity
What Causes Neuropathy?
Diabetes is one of the most common causes of neuropathy. When blood sugar levels are not well managed, nerve damage may become more severe over time. Other possible causes and risk factors include:
- Autoimmune conditions
- Infections such as shingles, Lyme disease, hepatitis C, or HIV
- Kidney or liver disease
- Alcohol use disorder
- Tumors or bone-related conditions
- Inherited nerve disorders
- Exposure to toxins
- Repetitive stress or repetitive motion injuries
- Traumatic injuries
How Is Neuropathy Diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a review of your symptoms, medical history, and a physical examination. Your provider may evaluate your reflexes, strength, balance, coordination, and ability to feel sensations such as touch, temperature, or vibration.
In some cases, additional testing may be recommended to help determine the underlying cause of your symptoms, including blood work or nerve testing depending on your condition and health history.
Non-Surgical Neuropathy Care
We focus on conservative, non-surgical care that may help support nerve function, reduce discomfort, and improve mobility. Care recommendations may include:
- Chiropractic care
- MLS Laser Therapy
- Therapeutic exercises
- Lifestyle and nutritional guidance
- Soft tissue therapies
- Support for balance, strength, and coordination
