Peripheral neuropathy isn't a single disease but a constellation of disorders tied together by one common thread: damage to the peripheral nerves, those unsung heroes that ferry signals between your brain, spinal cord, and the rest of your body. These nerves are the messengers of sensation-telling you the stove is hot, the breeze is cool, or your foot has landed safely on the ground. They're also the commanders of movement, directing muscles to lift a spoon or wiggle a toe.
When they falter, the results can range from a mild tingle to a life-altering cascade of pain, weakness, and numbness.
Peripheral neuropathy isn't a single disease but a constellation of disorders tied together by one common thread: damage to the peripheral nerves, those unsung heroes that ferry signals between your brain, spinal cord, and the rest of your body. These nerves are the messengers of sensation-telling you the stove is hot, the breeze is cool, or your foot has landed safely on the ground. They're also the commanders of movement, directing muscles to lift a spoon or wiggle a toe.
When they falter, the results can range from a mild tingle to a life-altering cascade of pain, weakness, and numbness.