The following Newsletter is to announce a New Technology Breakthrough now being offered at Advanced Alternative Medicine Center for this difficult condition known as Neuropathy.
If you or someone you know is suffering from this difficult health concern, please read this article or forward it to the people you know who have Neuropathy. We now have a true solution!! Read the RED section below.
NEUROPATHY
What is Neuropathy?
Neuropathy is a common condition caused by damage to the peripheral nerves of the nervous system. Neuropathy is also known also peripheral neuropathy.
Nerve Problems Spotlight
The peripheral nerves spread out from the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nerves relay nerve impulses and sensory information from the body to the spinal cord, where they are then carried to the brain. The peripheral nerves also carry motor signals for muscle movement and other functions, such as organ function, from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body, including the organs.
Damage to the peripheral nerves interferes with normal functioning of the peripheral nervous system. Typical symptoms of neuropathy include unusual or abnormal sensations of the extremities, which commonly occur in the feet. A wide variety of other symptoms can occur as well because there are many types of peripheral nerves with specialized functions that can be affected by neuropathy. For example, peripheral nerves control the autonomic nervous system, which is responsible for involuntary functions including:
- Blood pressure
- Breathing
- Contraction of the smooth muscles of organs, such as the heart and bladder
- Digestion
- Sexual functions
A very common cause of neuropathy is diabetes. This is called diabetic neuropathy. Neuropathy can also result from certain metabolic disorders, infections, malignancy, inflammation, vitamin deficiencies, toxins, inherited conditions, and other abnormal processes.
SYMPTOMS
What are the symptoms of neuropathy?
Neuropathy generally develops slowly, over a period of months, as peripheral nerves are progressively damaged. A wide variety of symptoms can occur because there are many types of peripheral nerves that have many specialized functions that can be affected by neuropathy.
Symptoms of neuropathy that affect the nerves of the limbs and muscles
Common symptoms of neuropathy often affect the sensory or motor functioning of the arms and legs. Symptoms include:
· Muscle twitching or cramps
· Muscle weakness and atrophy (wasting of muscle tissue)
· Poor coordination and balance, leading to falls
· Poor muscle control and body movement
· Problems with swallowing
· Sores or lesions that do not heal, leading to infections
· Unusual sensations, such as pain, numbness, pins and needles, tingling, burning, or prickling, that begin in the feet. In later stages of neuropathy, the hands can be affected as well. In some cases, the abnormal sensations can extend to the arms, legs and trunk.
Other symptoms of neuropathy
Neuropathy can also affect the transmission of involuntary or partially voluntary nerve impulses from the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) to certain areas of the body, such as the bladder, intestines or stomach. Called autonomic nerves, these nerves carry signals that regulate bodily functions, such as sweating, digestion, breathing, and blood pressure. Symptoms of autonomic neuropathy include:
· Abdominal bloating
· Blurred vision due to abnormal pupil dilation and constriction
· Constipation or diarrhea
· Drop in blood pressure and feeling light-headed
· Heat intolerance due to impaired sweating. Excessive sweating is also possible.
· Increased heart rate
· Nausea and vomiting due to slow emptying of the stomach
· Problems with urination, such as incontinence and hesitancy with urination
· Sexual dysfunction, such as impotence (erectile dysfunction) in men and vaginal dryness in women
CAUSES
What causes neuropathy?
Neuropathy is caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system. The peripheral nerves are responsible for relaying messages from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. Widespread nerve damage can result from metabolic disorders, infections, malignancy, inflammation, vitamin deficiencies, toxins, inherited conditions, and other abnormal processes.
A common cause of neuropathy is diabetes. Uncontrolled diabetes causes high blood sugar levels that permanently damage nerves over time. Neuropathy can also be caused by long-term pressure or compression of a nerve or nerves.
What are the risk factors for neuropathy?
A number of factors increase your risk of nerve damage and neuropathy. Risk factors include:
· Alcoholism
· Certain diseases, such as diabetes, cancer, lupus, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, rheumatoid arthritis, hepatitis, vasculitis, hypothyroidism, and HIV/AIDS
· Certain medications, including chemotherapy
· Exposure to certain toxins, such as insecticides, lead, mercury, glues, solvents and arsenic
· Long-term pressure on a nerve due to such conditions as a tight cast, a long surgical procedure, or carpal tunnel syndrome
· Nerve trauma
· Poor circulation
· Vitamin B deficiency and vitamin E deficiency
TREATMENTS
How is neuropathy treated?
Treatment plans for neuropathy are individualized to the underlying cause and the presence of coexisting diseases and complications. Treatment generally involves a multifaceted plan that addresses the underlying cause, minimizes the pain and abnormal sensations, and reduces the risk of complications, such as gangrene. The ultimate goal is to help you achieve and maintain an independent and active life.
Breakthrough Technology
Recently, there has been a breakthrough in treating neuropathy using a process that involves a technology called a "ReBuilder." The "ReBuilder" is a process where the patient places the affected limbs (feet or hands) in a bath that allows the patient to sit comfortably while an electrical current is run from one side of the body (foot or hand) through the spine and back down to the other side (foot or hand) of the body at a specific speed, thus allowing the nerve to begin functioning at a normal rate and allowing the nerve to "ReBuild" back to normal. In addition to this treatment, whole food nutritional supplements are given to the patient to help feed the body the necessary ingredients to help the nerve(s) return to normal, thus helping the condition to resolve. This helps to treat the underlying cause of the neuropathy.
The ReBuilder is currently being used at all of the Cancer Treatment Centers of America because one of the side-effects of receiving cancer treatment using radiation is neuropathy, which was not ideal for the cancer patient. The great thing about the technology is it is helping people recover from a health condition that was once considered permanent.
Advanced Alternative Medicine Center is pleased to announce that we are now offering treatment for this difficult condition using the ReBuilder with the intention of helping people who are currently suffering from this condition. Many allopathic doctors will tell their patients that nothing can be done and the patient will have to learn to live with it. This is unacceptable and hope you will come in to have a consultation to learn how your neuropathy can be addressed using this breakthrough technology.
In addition to treating the underlying cause of neuropathy, other forms of treatment offered in the healthcare field may include:
· Medications to relieve pain, inflammation, and other symptoms
· Physical therapy and occupational therapy to maintain and increase your strength and function
· Surgery to relieve pressure on a damaged nerve
· Walkers, canes, and other assistive devices, such as grab rails in the bathroom, to maintain your independence and maximize safety
What are the potential complications of neuropathy?
Untreated neuropathy can lead to serious complications. Following the treatment plan you and your health care provider develop specifically for you will minimize the risk of complications including:
· Cardiac arrhythmias
· Choking due to problems with swallowing
· Difficulty breathing
· Falls
· Gangrene and amputation
· Impotence
· Passing out
· Permanent loss of nerve function
· Poor healing and infection
8 Facts About Diabetic Nerve Pain
A disease of the nerves
Diabetes can damage your nerves over time, making it harder for the nerves to carry messages between the brain and other parts of the body. This leads to symptoms such as burning and tingling sensations and loss of feeling. The nerve damage is called diabetic neuropathy. However, taking the right steps now can delay neuropathy and slow its progression. Here's what you need to know.
1. Nerve damage is common in diabetes.
About half of people with diabetes develop some type of neuropathy. With time, the nerves become injured by high blood glucose levels. The excess glucose damages the walls of the small blood vessels that nourish nerves and injures the delicate coating that surrounds nerves.
What can be done is to make sure a person's nutrition is ideal. Obviously, a person with diabetes and diabetic neuropathy have advanced stage diabetic effects and would need some whole food concentrates to address the nerve problem and the blood sugar problem. By feeding the body the necessary ingredients vital to addressing the neuropathy and the diabetes, this will enable the person the best chance at recovery. In addition, using the breakthrough technology of the "ReBuilder" will help address the damage to the nerves and allow for normal nerve function to return.
2. Symptoms may develop slowly and go unnoticed at first.
Some symptoms of neuropathy are pain, burning or tingling sensations in the tips of fingers or toes, and loss of feeling in your feet or hands. Abnormal sweating, urination and bowel problems, difficulty having an erection, and having trouble swallowing or keeping food down are other symptoms.
3. Certain things make nerve damage more likely.
Not controlling blood glucose well boosts your risk of developing neuropathy. Smoking, high blood cholesterol, and high blood pressure also increase your risk. Alcohol use and being overweight may contribute, too. Addressing these concerns by working with a Holistic Chiropractor who has experience in addressing these issues in vital to your recovery from this difficult health issue.
4. Neuropathy is diagnosed with an exam.
Along with your symptoms, a physical exam is used to diagnose neuropathy. Your doctor may test your feet to see how well you sense a pinprick, light touch, vibration, or temperature. Assessment of muscle strength and reflexes are other helpful tests. Nerve conduction studies are done in some cases.
If you are given a diagnosis of diabetic neuropathy, consulting with a holistic Chiropractor who uses a well rounded, multi-faceted approach that includes whole food supplements and the "ReBuilder" will go a long way to addressing the problem and the underlying cause of the diabetic neuropathy.
5. Glucose control and pain medication are key treatments.
The most important treatment is to improve blood glucose control to prevent further nerve damage. Antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and opioid or opioid-like drugs may help relieve pain. Skin creams containing capsaicin or lidocaine can also provide relief. Other treatments may be needed for neuropathy that affects the bladder, bowels, or other organs.
Using the breakthrough technology of the "ReBuilder" along with whole food nutrition specific to the individuals needs is vital for restoring balance and addressing the condition fully.
6. Lifestyle changes make a difference.
Good glucose control protects your nerves, so try to follow a healthy eating plan, get regular exercise, and take your diabetes medications. Monitor your blood glucose daily, and talk with your doctor if you're having trouble managing it. If you smoke, ask your doctor for advice on how to quit. Using the Acu-Pen Stop Smoking Treatment Protocol will help you stop smoking and will greatly assist in your recovery from this difficult health concern.
7. Daily foot care is a must.
Neuropathy often strikes the feet. If you've lost feeling in your feet, you could get an injury, such as a blister or cut, and not know it. Untreated problems can lead to infections and amputation. Check your feet every day, feeling for sore, hot, cold, numb, or dry spots. Look for bumps, cuts, sores, and swelling, and report any concerns to your doctor. Clean your feet and apply lotion daily. Wear thick socks and comfortable shoes.
8. Partner with your doctor.
Make sure your doctor checks your feet at every visit and does a thorough foot exam once a year. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of neuropathy, because early treatment may delay further damage. Addressing the underlying cause is the best form of care you could employ. Therefore, speak with your Holistic Chiropractor about your treatment options using the "ReBuilder" and whole food nutritional supplementation to address the underlying cause of your condition.
Dr. Huntoon has a single mission:
To support as many people as possible in their quest for health and enable them to improve and maintain their health to the highest level possible, while educating them about the benefits of Chiropractic, Natural Healthcare and Holistic Living, so they in turn can teach others to support us having a healthy community.
Your Choice
Health concerns are a major source of lost happiness and lost joy in all of our lives. Finding a solution that is agreeable and enables you to get back to your life is important. Please appreciate that you always have the more invasive surgery and prescription medication available to you as a last resort. What many Traditional Medical Doctors may not share is, many times, once you begin that journey into medication and/or surgery, it alters your original body from the one that you were born with. Unfortunately, at that time, more conservative and natural treatments may no longer be viable. I encourage you to consider that before making any decisions about treatment for your health. As always I am here to help.
Your Choice:
- Continue doing the same thing and nothing changes or it may get worse
OR
- Try something different and get a different result that makes you happier and healthier.
The Choice is Yours
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