Experiencing chronic pain in the hands can bear a significant impact on everyday life. Those suffering from this kind of pain are likely experiencing a type of peripheral neuropathy, which refers to neuropathy outside of the brain and spinal cord. Gain a deeper understanding of hand neuropathy, its common symptoms and options for treatment.
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Hand neuropathy is one form of peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy involves nerve damage and chronic pain in the arms, legs, hands and feet, and impacts an estimated 20 million people in the U.S. Because there are various nerve types and many possible causes for nerve damage, hand neuropathy can vary greatly from one person to the next.
Common causes of hand neuropathy include:
In addition to the case of the neuropathy, another element factoring into the symptoms and possible hand neuropathy treatment options is the type of nerve impacted. There are three kinds of nerves: motor nerves, sensory nerves, and autonomic nerves. These nerves control movement, sensation, and bodily systems like digestion, respectively. When damage to nerves occurs, pain and loss of function can result.
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Get Started NowThose living with hand neuropathy can experience a wide range of symptoms. The most common symptoms include:
Hand neuropathy is sometimes mistaken as carpal tunnel or arthritis. While some symptoms overlap, these are different conditions and may require different treatments.
Peripheral neuropathy can be treated with non-drug methods such as cold or warm packs — unless the cold or heat makes the symptoms worse. Meditation, relaxation techniques and massage are all complementary therapies for stress relief. These therapies can help with the pain.
Some people find it helpful to use transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS). The device delivers a small amount of electric current to interrupt nerve messages. This treatment has not been proven effective by research.
Unfortunately, even those who do not experience intense pain from hand neuropathy may still lose the ability to easily complete everyday tasks and participate in the activities they love most. From drawing and typing to playing sports or games, many actions become next to impossible because of the pain and muscle weakness that hand neuropathy can cause. As a result, most people experiencing this condition seek out hand neuropathy treatment in Richmond.
In many cases, treatment for neuropathy fails to address the root of the problem. Often, medications are prescribed with the aim of reducing or eliminating the pain associated with the condition. However, many individuals wish to avoid a lifetime of staying on medication and risking possible side effects.
Fortunately, Chronic Care of Richmond offers hand neuropathy treatment that truly addresses the root of the issue and strives to leverage the body’s natural healing processes. Through non-invasive, non-surgical processes, Chronic Care of Richmond seeks to alleviate pain and restore function to get you feeling like yourself again. Book a nerve screening today.
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