- Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that typically affects the feet and legs and sometimes affects the hands and arms.
- Autonomic neuropathy is damage to nerves that control your internal organs.
Symptoms :-
- Tingling
- Numbness (which may become permanent)
- Burning (especially in the evening)
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Heartburn
- Blacking out when you stand up quickly
- Faster heartbeat
- Dizziness
- Low blood pressure
Causes :-
- High blood pressure
- Metabolic factor
- Inherited factor
Examination :-
- Check muscle strength and reflexes
- Check muscle sensitivity to position, vibration, temperature and light touch
- Ultrasound
- Electromyography
- Nerve conduction
- Nerve and muscle biopsy
Physiotherapy Treatment :-
- Flexibility exercise
- Muscle strengthening
- Aerobic activity
- Gait training
- Posture and balance training
- Splinting