Peripheral neuropathy is a condition in which there is damage to the nerves enervating the extremities, hence the word "peripheral." "Neuro" means "nerve" and "pathy" means "suffering or disease." Generally, the sensory nerves are most affected, causing sensations of pain, tingling and numbness at times the motor nerves are affected, causing problems with movement. In the most common type of neuropathy, the feet are affected first, and the pain and numbness can then progress up the leg. In other cases, the hands can be affected first, with pain progressing up the arms. The pain can often be quite intense. When numbness is severe, the patient's proprioception is affected, meaning that he or she does not receive sufficient sensory feedback from the feet or hands to allow comfortable walking or use of the hands.

Chinese medicine together with acupuncture is effecctive for peripheral neuropathy. The treatment for peripheral neuropathy is given on both sides of the body-points are needled on the hands or feet, or both, depending on where the pain or numbness is located. The patient is generally lying face up for this part of the therapy. The patient then lies face down and points are treated in the lumbar or cervical areas (or both, if the neuropathy is in the hands and the feet) close to where the spinal nerves exit from the spinal column. This strategic combination of local points around the spine and distal points on the feet and hands helps to reduce the sensitivity of the nerves and restore them to a state where they function normally. The treatments are actually quite relaxing, and patients often experience other health benefits as well.

If you have the Symptoms of Sciatica--Peripheral neuropathy, we would say herbal medicine is a safe and effective form of treatment. At TCM Window, we offer relaxing treatments and expert guidance through the whole process. We specialize in different kinds of chronic and difficult miscellaneous diseases, we offer the best possible care in a peaceful and welcoming environment. If you would want our expert to create a TCM diagnosis, please fill out the health form as requested.