Neuropraxia (Nerve Injury) – Causes and Treatment Injury to the nerve can occur as a result of direct trauma. The peripheral nerves, or the central nervous system, are at a higher risk for injuries, especially after experiencing an injury such as a bone fracture. The peripheral nerves are located in the extremities, they are the nerves found directly outside the brain… Read More
Neuropathy is a term that refers to damage or injury to the nerves. People who suffer from diabetes frequently experience this disorder due to the abnormal range of sugar in their blood. In cases of diabetes where the blood sugar is alarmingly high, the nerves that are passing through the blood vessels can become damaged. Managing diabetes is extremely important… Read More
Laser Treatment – San Antonio Neuropathy Center A research study conducted by Harvard Medical School reported that patients suffering with long term peripheral nerve injury showed progressive improvement in nerve motor function with the use of Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) leading to significant functional recovery. There are many different forms of near infrared lasers (NIR) on the market. In order… Read More
Coping with Neuropathy Pain, Anxiety, & Depression Dr Scott Berman MD & Neuropathy Patient discusses the strong overlap between Neuropathy pain, anxiety and depression Pain & depression often occur together There is a great correlation between neuropathy pain, anxiety, and depression. Each of the three can increase the risk of developing the other two. About 30-60% of people with chronic pain… Read More
Neuropathy results in a loss of sensation or movement in the body when a single or multiple nerves in different areas of the body are damaged or injured by genetics or numerous health conditions, including physical trauma from an injury, diseases or infections, or autoimmune disorders. Nearly 60 percent of people diagnosed with diabetes suffer from diabetic neuropathy. Despite the… Read More
What Are the Causes of Neuropathy in the Feet & Legs? Neuropathy is a medical term used to describe nerve damage that affects all regions of the body. There are several different types of neuropathies, each classified according to the affected area of the body. Neuropathy can be categorized as inherited, such as diabetic neuropathy, or acquired, resulting from trauma or… Read More
See on Scoop.it - Neuropathy “The Painful Enigma”Several types of neuropathy (nerve damage) are caused by diabetes. Learn about these diabetic neuropathies: peripheral, autonomic, proximal, and focal neuropathies. Explains what nerves are affected in each type of diabetic neuropathy.Diabetic neuropathy can be narrowed down into various types. The different types of neuropathies are broken down according to the different kinds… Read More
TMJ Disorder Tied to AnxietyTemporomandibular joint disorder, simply abbreviated as TMJ, is a disorder that affects the joint that connects the jaw to the skull, the temporomandibular joint. According to Kelley’s Textbook of Rheumatology, this joint disorder affects more than 10 million Americans. TMJ causes a variety of symptoms however, this disorder has been known to cause anxiety. (more…)View On WordPress Read More
Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ, is a disorder that most commonly affects the joint found in between the back of the jaw and the skull. TMJ can be a difficult condition and, in some cases, the disorder could lead to the development of anxiety. Anxiety is usually a condition that occurs gradually over time as a result of life experiences… Read More
There are twelve nerves in the human body that exit from the central nervous system through openings in the skull, medically referred to as the cranial nerves. The 12 cranial nerves function by maintaining the various functions of these nerves, from allowing the eyes to blink to moving food through the gastrointestinal system, including the ability to sense flavors, aromas,… Read More
There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves. These are located within the cranium or skull. The cranial nerves are those connected directly to the brain or brainstem and they send signals to areas of the face and eyes. The cranial nerves control functions such as vision, hearing, facial movement, and the actions of several of the organs in the head,… Read More
Peripheral neuropathy is a medical condition caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system, the central nervous system that transfers information from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the nerves in the body. The damage caused to the peripheral nervous system as a result of neuropathy interferes with the complex connection of nerves and communications. (more…)View On… Read More
See on Scoop.it - Neuropathy “The Painful Enigma”Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that affects the function of the body’s nerve signals to the arms and legs. This condition can be caused by a number of medical conditions including diabetes but, peripheral neuropathy can be reversible. According to research, supplementing essential acids, vitamins, and minerals can have beneficial effects… Read More
What are the Treatments for Peripheral Neuropathy? Peripheral neuropathy, the condition caused by nerve damage and characterized by numbness, tingling, pain, weakness, and other sensations in the hands and feet, is known to be caused by systemic diseases, injuries, vitamin level abnormalitites, infections, or exposure to toxins. Despite these risk factors, peripheral neuropathy is mainly known to be caused by diabetes. … Read More
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