Neuropathy is defined as nerve damage or disorders / diseases. which may impair sensation, movement, gland or organ function, or other aspects of health, depending on the type of nerve affected. Common causes of neuropathy include systemic diseases (such as diabetes or leprosy), hyperglycemia-induced glycation, vitamin deficiency, medication (e.g., chemotherapy, or commonly prescribed antibiotics including metronidazole and the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics), traumatic injury, including ischemia, radiation therapy, excessive alcohol consumption, immune system disease, coeliac disease, or viral infection. It can also be genetic or idiopathic. Clinically proven, acupuncture is an effective treatment for neuropathy and improve nerve function / conduction.

Rui Wang, MD of China, 7th Generation Medical Acupuncture Rochester NY, Syracuse NY, Binghamton NY