What is neuropathy?

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If you suffer from neuropathy, a condition in which the nerves in the body are affected, it can cause a variety of symptoms. Read all about it in this blog post.

Neuropathy symptoms such as tingling, pain and muscle weakness are common in the arms and legs. Understanding what neuropathy is and the specific symptoms helps in finding the right neuropathy treatment.

Polyneuropathy: a common form

Polyneuropathy is a common form of neuropathy in which multiple nerves in the body are affected. This condition can affect both sensory and motor nerves. Polyneuropathy causes range from diabetes to infections and are often accompanied by symptoms such as:

  • Balance disorders.
  • Numb feeling.
  • Tingling.
  • Pain.
  • Changed feeling.
  • Reduced muscle function.

Early recognition of these complaints is important to start the correct polyneuropathy therapy.

Impact of reduced muscle function

Reduced muscle function due to neuropathy can lead to other problems, such as loss of strength, reduced stability and balance. This can seriously affect your daily activities. Fortunately, physical therapy for neuropathy offers a solution.

How can physiotherapy help?

Physical therapy for neuropathy focuses on strength training and balance training. This treatment for polyneuropathy helps to increase and maintain your functional abilities, improving your mobility and quality of life.

Contact Us

Do you suffer from neuropathy or polyneuropathy and are you looking for an effective treatment in Tilburg? Contact us to make an appointment or to learn more about our therapies. Our expert team is ready to help you. Make an appointment via the online contact form or call +31 (0)13 543 58 41.

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