Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when the peripheral nerves, which are responsible for carrying information to and from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body, become damaged or diseased. This can result in a variety of symptoms, including numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain in the arms and legs.
Pain MD Houston has a range of services to help manage the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. These may include:
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Medications: Pain management doctors may prescribe medications to help reduce inflammation and improve nerve function. These may include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and other medications.
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Physical therapy: Physical therapy can help to improve muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility in people with peripheral neuropathy.
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Injections: Interventional pain management doctors may use injections to help reduce pain and improve function in people with peripheral neuropathy. These may include nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and other types of injections.
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Neurostimulation: Some interventional pain management clinics offer neurostimulation therapies, which use electrical stimulation to help reduce pain and improve function in people with peripheral neuropathy.
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Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to repair or reconstruct damaged nerves or to remove any underlying cause of the neuropathy.
Overall, the goal of treatment for peripheral neuropathy is to improve symptoms and quality of life, and Pain MD Houston provides a range of services to help achieve this.