5 Things You Should Know About Neuropathy

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Leading West LA neuropathy treatment centers offer non-surgical relief to patients suffering from this uncomfortable and inconvenient disorder. But what exactly is neuropathy? What are the causes and how do you spot the signs? Here are all the basics you need to know:

1. Neuropathy means ‘nerve damage.’

It is also called ‘peripheral’ neuropathy. You see, the nervous system is made up of the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS consists of the brain and the spinal cord while the PNS consists of nerves and ganglia. The main function of the PNS is to connect the CNS to the limbs and organs and transmit messages to the rest of the body. The PNS is further divided into voluntary and involuntary nerves. Any damage or disruption in these nerves can lead to neuropathy.

2. Neuropathy is not a disease.

It is not considered a disease itself, but a result of various diseases like diabetes. In fact, about 60% of diabetic patients are assumed to develop this condition. Some people who are undergoing chemotherapy may also develop neuropathy in the course of their ...
... medication. West LA neuropathy treatments therefore aim to detect the underlying condition that caused the patient's nerve damage and manage the symptoms. Its goal is to prevent further harm and allow patients to live normally.

3. The symptoms of neuropathy vary from patient to patient.

The underlying health condition often determines the symptoms of neuropathy. This is why neuropathy manifests will vary from patient to patient. For this reason, West LA neuropathy clinics provide different treatment approaches and customize plans according to the needs and unique conditions of each patient. That said, neuropathy often reveals itself through common symptoms like pain, numbness, tingling, prickling, burning sensation, muscle weakness, paralysis, and organ dysfunction.

4. Neuropathy is divided into different categories.

Neuropathy can either be mononeuropathy (damage to only one nerve) or polyneuropathy (damage to multiple nerves). People with polyneuropathy can have damage to their autonomic, sensory, or motor nerves or in all of them.

5. Neuropathy can be managed and treated non-surgically and non-narcotically.

The symptoms of this condition can be managed through pain relievers, topical treatments, and surgery. Some clinics, however, offer a better alternative to all these. They have non-surgical, non-narcotic, and even non-invasive treatment, which is more convenient than the conventional treatments.

About the Author:
Dr. Adam Nia is founder and CEO of Spectrum Medical Group. He is a 1991 graduate of Southern California University of Health Sciences. He has been in private practice for the last 20 years. He has extensive training and experience in creating and managing multi-specialty Medical clinics where he brings the best of Different Medical disciplines under one roof for comfort and ease of patient care.

He also has extensive knowledge on treating and managing patients with industrial injuries. He has postgraduate certifications in spinal biomechanics and manipulation under anesthesia. Dr. Nia is a member of both the American Chiropractic Association and California Chiropractic Association.

Do you suffer from chronic or acute pain? Spectrum Medical Group, Inc. provides range of treatments to help you achieve your optimal health. To know more, please visit their website else call at (323) 629-4445 and book an appointment.