SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A chiropractor in San Antonio, Texas is trying to make area residents aware of the power of conservative treatment measures to treat neuropathy. According to Dr. Donald Philips of Dr. Phillips Chiropractic, Nutrition, and Wellness, chiropractic care can help to eliminate, reduce, or control the common symptoms of nerve dysfunction. "By treating the underlying cause of the nerve problem, chiropractic treatment has the potential to improve or stabilize nerve function without the use of drugs or surgery," says Dr. Phillips.
The Cleveland Clinic defines neuropathy as any condition that affects peripheral nerve function. The peripheral nerves include the nerves that relay messages between the spinal cord and brain to the other parts of the body. Dr. Phillips states that a variety of conditions and injuries can limit the function of the peripheral nervous system. "Diabetes is the most well-known cause of peripheral neuropathy, but other conditions can also cause nerve function to fail. Examples include infections, acute injuries to the nerve, medications, blood flow problems, and nerve impingement," he says. "There are even many cases of neuropathy in which the cause can't be determined."
Dr. Phillips lists some of the symptoms of neuropathy as pain, numbness, and tingling or "pins and needles" occurring in any part of the body. He adds that motor control can also be affected, resulting in muscle weakness and loss of coordination. "It's a serious problem that tends to get worse unless the underlying cause is brought under control," says the chiropractor.
While traditional treatment for neuropathy typically includes drugs such as anti-depressants and anti-seizure medications, Dr. Phillips points out that these drugs tackle only the symptoms as opposed to their origins. He states that chiropractic treatment can provide deeper and more meaningful relief by actually improving the body's nerve function. The chiropractor explains that spinal alignment errors, chronic degenerative spinal conditions, and herniated discs can often cause neuropathy by compressing nerve tissue. "By correcting the spinal alignment and relieving the pressure on those nerves and nerve roots, we can often eliminate neuropathy symptoms over the course of several adjustment sessions," says Dr. Phillips.
The chiropractor is also quick to point out that any improvement in nerve function can aid the body's overall wellness, including its ability to combat systemic disorders. "The more normal we can get the body functioning, the easier it is for patients to control conditions such as diabetes, infections, and autoimmune problems. We're just helping the body perform its normal tasks more efficiently," he says.
Dr. Phillips Chiropractic, Nutrition, and Wellness is a chiropractic clinic in San Antonio, Texas. In addition to chiropractic adjustment, the clinic offers massage therapy, physiotherapy, and pain management programs. You can learn more about the practice at http://www.drphillipschiro.com/.