Neuropathy, explained
Understand neuropathy
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Plain-English education on peripheral and diabetic neuropathy — causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options and products — and a connection to a licensed provider near you.
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Peripheral neuropathy care and Diabetic neuropathy care.
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Peripheral neuropathy basics
What peripheral neuropathy is, its common causes, and who gets it.
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Diabetic neuropathy
How diabetes damages nerves over time, and what can slow it down.
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Symptoms & warning signs
Recognizing nerve pain, numbness and weakness, and when they signal something urgent.
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Diagnosis & nerve testing
How neuropathy is diagnosed, including nerve conduction studies and EMG.
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Treatment options overview
Medical, physical therapy and foot-care approaches to managing neuropathy.
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Neuropathy products & devices
Compression socks, neuropathy boots, TENS units, light therapy and footwear — what each category does, described in general terms.
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Fall prevention & balance
Reducing fall risk when numb feet affect balance.
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Diabetic foot care
Daily foot care, screening and wound prevention for people with diabetes or neuropathy.
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Who we help
Wherever you’re starting from.
People with diabetic neuropathy
to manage nerve pain and numbness from diabetes and prevent foot complications
People with peripheral neuropathy from other causes
to understand nerve damage from causes other than diabetes (chemotherapy, alcohol, autoimmune conditions, or no clear cause) and find the right specialist
People newly diagnosed with neuropathy
plain-English answers about what neuropathy is, what caused it, and what happens next
People with chronic nerve pain
relief from ongoing burning, stabbing or tingling pain and a provider who offers more than medication alone
Older adults with balance or fall risk
to reduce fall risk from numb feet and poor balance, and a safer home environment
People with diabetic foot wounds
urgent wound care and a plan to prevent future ulcers
Caregivers & family members
to understand a loved one's neuropathy and help reduce fall and wound risk at home
People considering neuropathy products
honest information on compression socks, neuropathy boots, TENS units and light therapy devices before buying
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage outside the brain and spinal cord that causes numbness, tingling, burning pain or weakness, most often in the feet and hands. It has many possible causes, including diabetes, chemotherapy, alcohol use, autoimmune conditions and, in some cases, no clear cause at all.
Can neuropathy be cured?
Neuropathy usually cannot be cured, but treatment can often manage pain, slow progression and protect against complications like falls and foot wounds. How much improvement is possible depends heavily on the underlying cause, so an accurate diagnosis matters.
What's the difference between diabetic and other types of peripheral neuropathy?
Diabetic neuropathy is caused specifically by long-term high blood sugar damaging nerves, while other peripheral neuropathies can stem from chemotherapy, alcohol use, autoimmune disease, vitamin deficiencies, or an unknown cause. The cause affects both the treatment plan and the outlook, so a doctor needs to identify it specifically.
Do TENS units, light therapy devices or neuropathy socks actually help?
Many people use TENS units, light therapy devices, compression socks and specialized footwear to help manage neuropathy symptoms, and some may offer relief for certain people, but none of these devices cure neuropathy or regenerate nerves. Ask a provider which, if any, make sense for your case, and check a device's FDA clearance status before buying.
Why does foot care matter so much with neuropathy?
Neuropathy can reduce or eliminate the ability to feel pain in the feet, so cuts, blisters or pressure sores can go unnoticed and worsen into serious wounds or infections. Daily foot checks and prompt attention to any new wound are essential, especially for people with diabetes.
Why does neuropathy increase fall risk?
Numbness and weakness from neuropathy make it harder to sense the ground and keep balance, which raises the risk of falls and related injuries. Balance training, physical therapy and home safety changes can meaningfully lower that risk.
What should I do about a foot wound if I have neuropathy?
See a clinician promptly for any new foot wound, sore, redness or swelling — reduced sensation from neuropathy can hide how serious it's becoming. Don't wait for pain as a warning sign; by the time a neuropathic foot hurts, a wound may already be advanced.