Do You Have Small Fiber Neuropathy? By: Dr. Richard Betts DC, Med. Ac. Dipl. Acupuncture Solutions of Clinton Overall Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) is becoming more prevalent in the U.S. as experts estimate that about 40 million individuals suffer from PN. PN encompasses two different types of neurological diseases known as Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN) and Large Fiber Neuropathy (LFN). Statistically 10% of people over 40 If you have not been diagnosed with small or large contract PN. 50% of those individuals suffering from diabetes will develop PN. 20% of patients receiving chemotherapy will experience long term PN. fiber neuropathy these are some symptoms associated with neuropathy: fatigue, difficulty with movement, balance issues, reduced muscle size, muscle cramping, painless injuries, neuropathic pain, itching, tingling, burning or cutting sensations; damaged nerves to the heart and blood vessels will fluctuate blood pressure, create abnormal fast heart Neurons are like electrical cables that communicate information long distance from the periphery to the brain and back to the periphery. The central nervous system (CNS) is made up of the brain and spinal cord rate, weak or dizzy upon standing; gastrointestinal the peripheral nervous system (PNS) contains all remaining nerves. Peripheral nerve cell bodies are located just outside the central nervous system. The function issues; many cases of irritable bowel are long structures that travel to the foot, hands, muscles caused by peripheral neuropathy. and organs carry information instantaneously to and from the CNS. Damage creates unpleasant symptoms. Unfortunately, this is a progressive disease it does bloating, nausea, vomiting after eating and constipation, diarrhea or both; bladder and sexual Small nerve fibers and large nerve fibers are classified tend to continue to spiral out of control increasing by their thickness. Large fibers are larger in círcumference due to a fatty wrapping called 'myelin' extensive research on medical acupuncture primarily which increases signal speed. Large fibers are responsible for muscles control and movements. Further, they carry touch, vibration and balance. Small removed. Also, the medical community now knows fibers carry information about illness and injury of which include pain, itch, hot and cold sensations. If an inch a month if given the proper environment to do so. individual has small fiber degeneration, they can develop internal organ disease. Red flushing of feet indicates abnormal small nerve fiber to the blood vessels. Sweat glands, gastrointestinal organs, urinary supplemental recommendations and patients see a bladder and sexual organs are controlled by small nerve fibers. The function of all body cells and tissues acupuncture is not a quick fix. As a physician I come under the responsibility of small nerve fibers. It's interesting to note that a chemical mediator secreted by small nerve fibers (semaphoring 3a) is integral in keeping bones strong. symptomology. Medications only hide symptoms and do not work toward healing the body. There is affecting blood movement to the nerve cell allowing it to regenerate so that symptoms can be reduced or that a nerve can regenerate approximately 1/3 of an Medical acupuncture provides the healing environment required, along with dietary and significant change in symptomology. Medical recognize each patient as an individual and develop a plan based on that individuals presenting symptoms and goals. The first one to two months require intense treatment which means at least 3 times a week in the beginning. Each month the patient is retested to determine their current sensory health. As the nerves All peripheral neuropathies are chronic advancing diseases. According to the medical profession there is no known cure and the only remediation is to give the respond positively to treatment the visit frequency patient different types of medications that include: Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline, Protriptyline, Doxepin, Cymbalta, Lyrica, Pristiq, Savella, Timethadione, Dibenzazepine to name a some. decreases. Treatment goals are to slow the chronic progress, stop the progress or slightly reverse the progress of the disease. A patient will eventually graduate to maintenance care to sustain the accomplished outcome. The symptomology depends on the nerve fiber type damaged. Most neuropathies begin in the feet and hands as long peripheral never fibers are more susceptible to break down due to their delicate nature. Nerves that carry motor, sensory and autonomic information primarily have a considerable examination to determine your neurological sensory decrease in blood flow to the cell. Blood is integral in Peripheral Neuropathy. Call (563)241-8760 to ensuring proper oxygenation and nutrients to the nerve cell guaranteeing sustained cellular health. If you have been diagnosed with small fiber neuropathy or have any symptoms discussed above, I would recommend considering at least a consultation where you can get a researched loss. I am actively accepting new patients with schedule a consultation. Do You Have Small Fiber Neuropathy? By: Dr. Richard Betts DC, Med. Ac. Dipl. Acupuncture Solutions of Clinton Overall Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) is becoming more prevalent in the U.S. as experts estimate that about 40 million individuals suffer from PN. PN encompasses two different types of neurological diseases known as Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN) and Large Fiber Neuropathy (LFN). Statistically 10% of people over 40 If you have not been diagnosed with small or large contract PN. 50% of those individuals suffering from diabetes will develop PN. 20% of patients receiving chemotherapy will experience long term PN. fiber neuropathy these are some symptoms associated with neuropathy: fatigue, difficulty with movement, balance issues, reduced muscle size, muscle cramping, painless injuries, neuropathic pain, itching, tingling, burning or cutting sensations; damaged nerves to the heart and blood vessels will fluctuate blood pressure, create abnormal fast heart Neurons are like electrical cables that communicate information long distance from the periphery to the brain and back to the periphery. The central nervous system (CNS) is made up of the brain and spinal cord rate, weak or dizzy upon standing; gastrointestinal the peripheral nervous system (PNS) contains all remaining nerves. Peripheral nerve cell bodies are located just outside the central nervous system. The function issues; many cases of irritable bowel are long structures that travel to the foot, hands, muscles caused by peripheral neuropathy. and organs carry information instantaneously to and from the CNS. Damage creates unpleasant symptoms. Unfortunately, this is a progressive disease it does bloating, nausea, vomiting after eating and constipation, diarrhea or both; bladder and sexual Small nerve fibers and large nerve fibers are classified tend to continue to spiral out of control increasing by their thickness. Large fibers are larger in círcumference due to a fatty wrapping called 'myelin' extensive research on medical acupuncture primarily which increases signal speed. Large fibers are responsible for muscles control and movements. Further, they carry touch, vibration and balance. Small removed. Also, the medical community now knows fibers carry information about illness and injury of which include pain, itch, hot and cold sensations. If an inch a month if given the proper environment to do so. individual has small fiber degeneration, they can develop internal organ disease. Red flushing of feet indicates abnormal small nerve fiber to the blood vessels. Sweat glands, gastrointestinal organs, urinary supplemental recommendations and patients see a bladder and sexual organs are controlled by small nerve fibers. The function of all body cells and tissues acupuncture is not a quick fix. As a physician I come under the responsibility of small nerve fibers. It's interesting to note that a chemical mediator secreted by small nerve fibers (semaphoring 3a) is integral in keeping bones strong. symptomology. Medications only hide symptoms and do not work toward healing the body. There is affecting blood movement to the nerve cell allowing it to regenerate so that symptoms can be reduced or that a nerve can regenerate approximately 1/3 of an Medical acupuncture provides the healing environment required, along with dietary and significant change in symptomology. Medical recognize each patient as an individual and develop a plan based on that individuals presenting symptoms and goals. The first one to two months require intense treatment which means at least 3 times a week in the beginning. Each month the patient is retested to determine their current sensory health. As the nerves All peripheral neuropathies are chronic advancing diseases. According to the medical profession there is no known cure and the only remediation is to give the respond positively to treatment the visit frequency patient different types of medications that include: Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline, Protriptyline, Doxepin, Cymbalta, Lyrica, Pristiq, Savella, Timethadione, Dibenzazepine to name a some. decreases. Treatment goals are to slow the chronic progress, stop the progress or slightly reverse the progress of the disease. A patient will eventually graduate to maintenance care to sustain the accomplished outcome. The symptomology depends on the nerve fiber type damaged. Most neuropathies begin in the feet and hands as long peripheral never fibers are more susceptible to break down due to their delicate nature. Nerves that carry motor, sensory and autonomic information primarily have a considerable examination to determine your neurological sensory decrease in blood flow to the cell. Blood is integral in Peripheral Neuropathy. Call (563)241-8760 to ensuring proper oxygenation and nutrients to the nerve cell guaranteeing sustained cellular health. If you have been diagnosed with small fiber neuropathy or have any symptoms discussed above, I would recommend considering at least a consultation where you can get a researched loss. I am actively accepting new patients with schedule a consultation.