Personalized Care for Numbness, Tingling, Burning and Nerve Pain
Tingling feet can be annoying at first.
When tingling progresses to burning, numbness, hypersensitivity, balance problems or pain, it can begin affecting how you walk, sleep and live.
At Re-LAX Chiropractic & Wellness, we offer a comprehensive Neuropathy Program in Los Angeles for patients experiencing peripheral nerve symptoms.
Our approach focuses on understanding factors associated with your symptoms and developing a personalized, non-invasive care strategy.
Peripheral neuropathy refers to disorders affecting nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
Peripheral nerves carry information between your central nervous system and the rest of your body.
When these nerves are damaged or dysfunctional, sensory and motor symptoms can develop.
Common Symptoms of Neuropathy
Neuropathy can feel different for different people.
Common complaints include:
- Numbness in the feet
- Tingling or pins and needles
- Burning feet
- Sharp or electric-like pain
- Unusual sensitivity
- Reduced sensation
- Numbness or tingling in the hands
- Weakness
- Balance difficulties
- Discomfort while walking
- Symptoms that become more noticeable at night
Some people describe feeling as though they are wearing socks even when barefoot.
Others notice that they can’t feel temperature or surfaces as clearly as they once did.
What Causes Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy can have numerous causes and associations.
These may include:
- Diabetes
- Blood sugar problems
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Certain medications
- Alcohol-related nerve damage
- Autoimmune conditions
- Injuries
- Certain infections
- Hereditary disorders
- Other metabolic or systemic conditions
Sometimes the cause isn’t immediately apparent.
Because neuropathy has such a broad range of potential causes, understanding your medical history is especially important.
Neuropathy vs. a Pinched Nerve
Numbness and tingling don’t automatically mean peripheral neuropathy.
A compressed or irritated spinal nerve can also produce pain, tingling or numbness into an arm, hand, leg or foot.
For example, a lumbar nerve problem may create symptoms down one leg, while peripheral neuropathy often produces a different distribution.
The distinction matters because treatment strategies may differ.
Our Comprehensive Neuropathy Approach
At Re-LAX Chiropractic & Wellness, we don’t view neuropathy as simply “foot pain.”
We consider your symptoms within the context of your overall health.
Your personalized plan may incorporate non-invasive therapies, movement recommendations, nutritional or lifestyle guidance and functional-health strategies when appropriate.
The objective is to support function and address relevant factors rather than promising a one-size-fits-all cure.
Why Metabolic Health Matters
For some people, nerve health is closely connected to metabolic health.
Diabetes is a well-established cause of peripheral neuropathy, which is one reason blood sugar management and appropriate medical care are so important.
Dr. Christina Yang’s background in functional medicine allows our practice to consider nutrition, lifestyle and metabolic factors alongside musculoskeletal care when appropriate.
Functional medicine does not replace necessary medical management of diabetes or other diseases.
Instead, it can provide an additional framework for examining lifestyle and health factors that may influence overall wellness.
Neuropathy and Balance
Your feet provide important sensory information to your brain.
When sensation decreases, your awareness of where your feet are in space can be affected.
That’s one reason some people with neuropathy become less steady.
If you have reduced sensation, taking appropriate precautions to protect your feet and reduce fall risk is important.
Why Early Evaluation Matters
Numbness isn’t something you should simply ignore.
Loss of sensation can make injuries harder to detect, particularly in the feet.
New or progressive neurological symptoms should be appropriately evaluated so their potential cause can be identified.
Neuropathy FAQs
What does neuropathy in the feet feel like?
Patients commonly describe burning, tingling, numbness, pins and needles, hypersensitivity or unusual temperature sensations.
Can diabetes cause neuropathy?
Yes. Diabetes is a common cause of peripheral neuropathy.
Can neuropathy affect the hands?
Yes. Peripheral neuropathy can affect the hands as well as the feet, depending on the condition.
Is all foot numbness neuropathy?
No. Nerve compression, circulation problems and other conditions can produce similar symptoms.
Can neuropathy be cured?
That depends on the cause. Some underlying causes may be treatable while other neuropathies require ongoing management. We do not promise to cure neuropathy.
Why should numb feet be evaluated?
Reduced sensation can indicate nerve dysfunction and can make injuries harder to notice. Determining the cause is important.
You Don’t Have to Keep Guessing About Your Nerve Symptoms
If numbness, tingling or burning is affecting your feet or hands, find out what your options are.
Schedule Your $39 Consultation
Meet with Re-LAX Chiropractic & Wellness in Los Angeles to discuss your symptoms and determine whether our personalized Neuropathy Program may be appropriate for you.
Call (424) 800-2488 or schedule your $39 consultation today.