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Is Acupuncture Advisable To Relieve Idiopathic Neuropathy?
I have idiopathic neuropathy in both feet.......the right foot is much worse (and painful). A neurologist will evaluate the situation next Wednesday. Wrt medications, often I d prefer to deal with pain rather than side effects, so for example, I don t want any Lyrica or the like. I m also not crazy about the idea of, say, Elavil. Do you know if acupuncture has produced any significant relief for patients in my situation? If so, I d probably have to hunt down an M.D. that does it. Thanks. -G2
Thu, 3 Jan 2019
Hello,
Acupuncture can help to relieve many of the symptoms of neuropathy.
Acupuncture shows promising results for those suffering from peripheral neuropathy.
You can also try using anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
Acupuncture can help to relieve many of the symptoms of neuropathy.
Acupuncture shows promising results for those suffering from peripheral neuropathy.
You can also try using anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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