Summary: Tonight on Beating Neuropathy and Chronic Pain, we will again be discussing chemotherapy-related neuropathy. Chemotherapy given for cancer--or other conditions, such as autoimmune diseases--can, unfortunately, cause nerve damage (neuropathy). Patients may or may not develop neuropathy based on which medications they are taking. Platinum-based chemotherapies in particular will usually cause neuropathy. Patients who undergo hormone or radiation therapy in addition to chemotherapy also have a high chance of developing peripheral neuropathy. Symptoms of chemotherapy neuropathy include tingling, numbness, and burning, usually in the hands, feet, and legs. Drugs prescribed to alleviate these symptoms can actually worsen the condition. The good news is, a neurostimulator is a drug-free alternative that can actually be used during chemotherapy. Other options light therapies such as include Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) and LED Therapy. Manual therapies such as massage and spinal and joint manipulation are also crucial. Work with your team of medical professionals to find out which combination of these work best for you. Join our growing Facebook family on Beating Neuropathy! For a free mail information kit and a free ebook, visit NeuropathyDR.com. Contact us at any time to be referred to a NeuropathyDR treatment center.
