Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy causes burning, tingling, numbness, and loss of protective sensation in the feet — increasing the risk of ulcers and Charcot foot.
Medically reviewed by Michael G. Lyons, DPM — Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Written and reviewed by the physicians of Foot Health Centers, Hernando & Southaven, MS. Meet our doctors
- Burning or tingling in the feet
- Numbness
- Loss of balance
- Worse at night
- Diabetes (most common)
- Chemotherapy
- B12 deficiency
- Alcohol-related
- Tight glucose control
- Custom diabetic shoes and orthotics
- Nutritional support (B vitamins, alpha-lipoic acid)
- Medication management with primary care
Nerve decompression is considered in select cases.
Surgical procedures we perform
Symptom improvement with medical management is gradual.
Frequently asked questions
Can neuropathy be reversed?
Early neuropathy can improve with tight glucose control and nutritional support; advanced neuropathy is usually permanent but symptoms can be managed.
Related conditions
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