Tag: neuropathic pain
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Finding Real Relief:How Acupuncture’s Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science for Neuropathy Neuropathy, a complex condition marked by disruptive pain, numbness, and a host of uncomfortable sensations, casts a long shadow on the daily lives of many. While conventional treatments offer relief for some, others understandably seek alternative paths. Enter acupuncture, an age-old practice from the…
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Medical marijuana has shown promise in treating symptoms of neuropathy, particularly neuropathic pain. Here’s a breakdown of what the research and anecdotal evidence suggest: How Medical Marijuana May Help Neuropathy: Important Considerations: Recommendations: Understanding the Language: Marijuana, Cannabis, and More When discussing the plant with therapeutic and regulatory significance, you’ll encounter various terms. It’s…
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Researchers from the University of Athens found certain doses of alpha-lipoic acid, along with a few other ingredients, helped patients get relief from the discomfort of painful diabetic neuropathy in only 40 days. An article titled “Effect of α-lipoic acid on symptoms and quality of life in patients with painful diabetic neuropathy,” produced the following…
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Do you know if your pain can be caused by peripheral neuropathy? An article titled “How Bad Can Peripheral Neuropathy Get?” lists some warning signs of neuropathic pain. One can feel numbness or paresthesias (the feelings of pinpricks or tingles’) but also aching pains. People who have advanced peripheral neuropathy sometimes not only have those…