Neuropathy FAQ
If you have neuropathy, it’s important that you take the proper steps to mitigate your symptoms and treat your condition. That’s why we recommend scheduling a consultation with our neuropathy doctor in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. David Harrison was named one of 2021’s Best Neuropathy Physicians in America. He’ll be able to help you work toward the best outcome for your neuropathy condition.
Here’s what you need to know about .
What are the Warning Signs of Neuropathy?
Many people with peripheral neuropathy experience burning, tingling, or numbness in their hands and feet. This can greatly affect their mobility and independence in the long run.
Some of the most common neuropathy symptoms include:
- Numbness
- Balance Problems
- Sharp Electric-Like Pain
- Burning or Tingling
- Difficulty Sleeping from Leg or Foot Discomfort
- Muscle Weakness
- Sensitivity to Touch
If you’re experiencing any of the above symptoms, it’s time to schedule an appointment with our neuropathy doctor in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He’ll be able to determine if you’re a candidate for neuropathy treatment.
What Causes Neuropathy?
About are due to poorly controlled diabetes. Other people with neuropathy may have suffered nerve damage due to injury, chemotherapy, autoimmune disease, HIV, shingles, and kidney disease.
Also, keep in mind that some patients may never know the true cause of their neuropathy. About never discover what caused their condition. That’s almost one-quarter of all people who have neuropathy!
Neuropathy has been bugging me for the last several years. In my legs I’ve been losing my balance and I wasn’t having any feeling in my feet … it was like I didn’t know where my feet were. Now I’ve got them back.
Daniel N. — Patient at Neuropathy Center
Many physicians will only treat the symptoms of your condition, but Dr. Harrison is different. He’ll use his expertise of the nervous system and how it works with the rest of the body to provide a holistic approach to your neuropathy treatment. As a neuropathy physician, he’ll align your nervous system with the rest of your body, helping to reduce your unpleasant symptoms of pain and numbness.
During your consultation, Dr. Harrison will ask about your symptoms and look into your medical history to determine if you truly have neuropathy. Then, he’ll perform an examination that will take about 15 to 20 minutes to determine the extent of your sensory loss. Once the examination is complete, Dr. Harrison will sit down with you to discuss his findings and recommend a course of treatment.
A typical neuropathy treatment plan takes around 90 days. Once the 90-day period is complete, patients will continue their treatments at home instead of at the Neuropathy Center. We then check in with these patients every three months to check on their progress for as long as they need us.
Schedule a Consultation for Neuropathy Treatment
Our , is accepting new patients and would be more than happy to help reduce neuropathy pain, numbness, and other symptoms. To schedule a consultation, please call the Neuropathy Center at (616) 363-0902. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.