Neuropathy

At Texas Functional Health Centers in Dallas, Texas, Adam Bohnenblust, DC, BCN, and the team of board-certified providers offer a comprehensive, proprietary treatment program for neuropathy that heals nerve damage, eliminating symptoms. The sooner you start treatment for your neuropathy, the better your chance of a full recovery. Call or schedule your in-depth consultation with the team today. 

What is neuropathy?

Neuropathy, also called peripheral neuropathy, refers to damage or dysfunction of the peripheral nerves, the nerves outside your central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Your peripheral nerves include:

Sensory nerves

The sensory nerves transmit information from the outside environment to your brain, like temperature, pressure, smell, and pain. 

Motor nerves

Your motor nerves carry signals from the brain to your muscles to coordinate movement. 

Autonomic nerves

The autonomic nerves help manage the body systems that perform functions without you having to think about it, like breathing, sweating, and digestion.

What causes neuropathy?

You can develop neuropathy from any number of causes, including injuries, nutritional deficiencies, or hormonal imbalances. However, diabetes and autoimmune disorders are common causes of neuropathy.

Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when your blood glucose levels are consistently higher than normal. Too much glucose in the blood damages the blood vessels, affecting the delivery of nutrients and oxygen to your nerves, leading to dysfunction and damage.

Autoimmune disorders

Autoimmune disorders are conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks parts of the body, like the peripheral nerve.

When treating neuropathy, the team at Texas Functional Health Centers focuses on finding the root cause of your nerve damage. 

What can I expect during a neuropathy consultation?

You can expect a thorough, patient-centered exam when you visit Texas Functional Health Centers for a neuropathy consultation. The team takes the time to get to know you and your journey so they can meet you where you’re at. 

They review your symptoms and medical history and perform a physical exam. They may also order nerve conduction studies (NCS) to determine the type and severity of your nerve damage. 

With early intervention, the team can heal your neuropathy. 

What are the treatments for neuropathy?

The team at Texas Functional Health Centers takes a three-pronged approach to neuropathy, looking at and treating the mechanical, neurological, and metabolic aspects of the disease. Treatment for neuropathy includes:

• Low-level light therapy (LLLT)
• Electrostimulation
• Advanced nutrition therapy
• In-clinic visits and online education

The exclusive neuropathy therapy protocol at Texas Functional Health Centers increases blood flow to the nerves, optimizing the environment for nerve healing and stimulating the nerves to reduce pain and improve balance.

Schedule your neuropathy evaluation at Texas Functional Health Centers today by calling or booking an appointment online.