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Infrared Therapy Relieves Burning Feet December 21, 2003 Peripheral Neuropathy If you suffer from numbness, tingling or burning feet in your feet and legs, the condition is called peripheral neuropathy and is due to damage to the nerves. Suspected Causes There are many suspected causes. However, the exact etiology is unknown in most cases. Diabetics have a tendency for developing peripheral neuropathy, yet statistics show that more non-diabetics actually develop the disease. Some suspected causes include: injury to the nerves, spinal problems, poor circulation, adverse effects to medication, anemia, exposure to certain chemicals, alcoholism, and heredity. Although peripheral neuropathycan effect people of any age, it is far more prevalent in people ages 55 and over. It has been theorized that this is due to the fact that as we age, circulaton to the extremities tends to diminish—especially "micro-circulation," the small blood vessels supplying our tissues. Without adequate circulation, the nerves in our body are deprived of oxygen and essential nutrients, and they are more susceptible to damage. Anodyne Therapy Anodyne therapy is the new treatment for neuropathy. Until now, treatment options have been limited. Neurontin and anti-depressants are sometimes effective; however, they can have many side effects. Recently, an exciting new treatment called Anodyne therapy has become available for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy. Anodyne therapy is a physical therapy-type treatment that works by emitting infared energy, which in turn produces nitric oxide, a chemical that increases micro-circulation. Data collected in a study of 300 patients with loss of sensation, revealed that Anodyne treatments were 75% effective in substantially improving foot sensation. Anodyne therapy information is available at footpaincenter.com, a website under the supervision of Dr. Marc Spitz. For more information, call Dr. Spitz at (562) 799-0656, or visit the website. Please note that supplemental products for peripheral neuropathy as well as books on the subject are available. |
