Diabetic Pain
PMIR Medical Center Supports National Neuropathy Week May 12- 16, 2014
What is Peripheral Neuropathy? Peripheral Neuropathy affects the peripheral nervous system, which is the vast communication network responsible for transmitting signals to and from the brain throughout the rest of the body. Peripheral neuropathy results from damage to these nerves and causes distortion and miscommunication of signals from the brain to various organ systems, arms,…
Read MoreDiabetic Foot Pain: An Alarming Sign of Nerve Damage
By Dr. Mayhar Okhovat, M.D. Although foot pain may seem like a simple symptom, for people with diabetes it could be an alarming sign indicating significant nerve damage. Foot pain and numbness are the most common symptoms of diabetic neuropathy – a nerve disorder associated with diabetes. People who have diabetes are at risk of…
Read MoreNerve Pain on your Nerves?
Nerve Pain (also known as Neuropathy) is a painful condition affecting millions of Americans. Luckily, nerve pain doesn’t have to decrease your quality of life. Several procedures and treatments exist to tackle this epidemic. The infographic below was designed to inform readers about nerve pain as a condition, it’s causes, and your possible options for…
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