Understanding Pain: Acute vs. Chronic
Acute pain: a short-term alarm Acute pain is akin to an alarm bell, alerting us immediately to potential harm. It can arise from various causes, including surgery, broken bones, dental […]
Beyond Pain Management: Breaking From the Past
The importance of understanding inflammation in pain resolution Inflammation is more than a mere symptom of injury or infection. It plays a pivotal role in tissue repair and pain resolution, […]
Joint Pain or Nerve Pain: What’s the Difference?
Joint pain: The basics Joint pain is discomfort that occurs in the junctions where bones meet. This type of pain can arise from a plethora of conditions and ailments, from […]
Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy and Its Effects on Sweating
What is autonomic neuropathy? Autonomic neuropathy results from damage to the nerves that control our body’s automatic functions. These include: Blood pressure regulation Temperature control Digestion Bladder function Sexual function […]
How to Manage Peripheral Neuropathy During Extreme Heat
Does chronic pain get worse with warmer temperatures? A number of factors can affect chronic conditions such as peripheral neuropathy. Patients enduring chronic pain frequently highlight how weather fluctuations exacerbate […]
Traveling with Peripheral Neuropathy: Tips for Comfortable Summer Journeys
Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy Peripheral neuropathy is a diagnosable medical condition involving a dysfunction of the peripheral nerves. The peripheral nerves connect the central nervous system’s brain and spinal cord to […]
Exploring the Relationship Between Metabolic Syndrome and Peripheral Neuropathy
What is metabolic syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is characterized by various metabolic disorders that often occur together. This condition increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes or other […]
When Everyday Tasks Become Painful: Allodynia in Peripheral Neuropathy
What is allodynia? Allodynia is defined as pain from a stimulus that wouldn’t normally provoke pain. People who experience nerve pain are very sensitive to touch. For example, someone with […]
The Best Low-Impact Exercises for Peripheral Neuropathy
Low-impact exercises for neuropathy Walking: Incorporating regular exercise into your routine, such as engaging in weekly walking sessions, can ease neuropathy pain, enhance muscle strength and effectively manage blood sugar […]
Understanding the Link Between Guillain-Barré Syndrome, CIDP and Peripheral Neuropathy
While diabetes is the leading cause of peripheral neuropathy, neurological disorders like GBS and CIDP may also be the culprit. GBS and CIDP-related peripheral neuropathy are more common in older […]
