Neuropathy Treatment Protocol

Neuropathy Treatment Protocol

Peripheral neuropathy - the numbness, tingling, burning, and sharp pain that affects the hands and feet - is a debilitating condition with limited treatment options in conventional medicine. At Valencia Chiropractic, we use a multi-modality protocol specifically designed to address the root causes of peripheral neuropathy rather than simply managing symptoms with medication. The protocol begins with a detailed neurological assessment to identify whether the neuropathy originates from spinal nerve compression, impaired peripheral blood circulation, metabolic factors, or a combination of all three. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also called photobiomodulation, is a cornerstone of the program. Near-infrared and red-spectrum laser wavelengths penetrate deep into tissue, stimulating mitochondrial activity within nerve cells and improving intraneuronal circulation that enables damaged nerves to begin repairing. Electrical circulatory stimulation therapy enhances blood flow to the smallest capillaries in the extremities, ensuring healing nutrients reach the distal nerve endings most affected by neuropathic damage. Dr. Trapasso also provides nutritional support guidance addressing deficiencies in B-complex vitamins, alpha lipoic acid, and other micronutrients clinically associated with nerve health. The program is typically delivered over 8 to 12 weeks and is monitored with periodic neurological testing to objectively track improvement.