Is nerve damage reversible? What is the best form of therapy?
So your Chiropractor is giving you placebo to treat a real problem. This is the biggest problem with Chiropractors...they have use for very limited indications (back pain) but think they can cure AIDS. As has been said quite clearly above...GET A REAL DOCTOR. You may want to consult a lawyer too. Peripheral nerves may heal but only if they remain "in continuity". It is possible you would need surgery to reattach damaged nerves but that is probably unlikely (but not impossible) if you didn't have penetrating trauma. Go to a Neurologist to help you sort this out...preferably a neuromuscular specialist who is expert in electromyography.
How long does it take for damaged nerves to repair themselves?
Good question. Which nerves? I have only personal experience; it took many years for me to get full feeling iafter a bad thumb-wrist area laceration, although I had 90% use of thumb and grip, shortly after surgical repair around 1950. Those were “peripheral” nerves, and I had thought they only repaired the tendons.“…The Nervous system injuries affect over 90,000 people every year. It is estimated that spinal cord injuries alone affect 10,000 each year……The nervous system is divided into two parts: the central nervous system, which consists of the brain and spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system, which consists of cranial and spinal nerves along with their associated ganglia.While the peripheral nervous system has an intrinsic ability for repair and regeneration, the central nervous system is, for the most part, incapable of self-repair and regeneration. There is currently no treatment for recovering human nerve function after injury to the central nervous system. In addition, multiple attempts at nerve re-growth across the PNS-CNS transition have not been successful.There is simply not enough knowledge about regeneration in the central nervous system. In addition, although the peripheral nervous system has the capability for regeneration, much research still needs to be done to optimize the environment for maximum regrowth potential. Neuroregeneration is important clinically, as it is part of the pathogenesis of many diseases, including multiple sclerosis…” More here, but difficult to understand: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ne...Very recent studies of stem cells suggests that brain and spinal neurons can regenerate, and there is reason to be hopeful. I watch this area, especially.
What is Inositol ? and does it help rebuild nerve damage from diabetes?
Inositol is primarily used in the treatment of liver problems, depression, panic disorder, and diabetes. It also aids in the breakdown of fats, helps in the reduction of blood cholesterol, and helps to prevent thinning hair. It promotes the export of fat from the liver. Inositol is required for the proper function of several brain neurotransmitters. Inositol may improve nerve conduction velocities in diabetics with peripheral neuropathy. Inositol works together with other methyl donors such as TMG or SAMe. Inositol may help protect against atherosclerosis and hair loss. There has also been the suggestion that it may help to reverse some nerve damage caused by diabetes. Inositol has also been tried for other psychological and nerve-related conditions. Myo-Inositol has been used in the treatment of liver disease, depression, panic disorder, diabetic neuropathy, respiratory distress syndrome, and to treat the side effects of the medicine lithium. Inositol also has a prominent calming effect on the central nervous system, so it is sometimes helpful to those with insomnia. Inositol may also be involved in depression. Diabetes: Two uncontrolled studies have shown mixed results in the use of inositol for complications of diabetes, specifically diabetic neuropathy.5 Recommended Dosage: 500 mg twice daily for diabetic neuropathy; doses up to 12 grams per day have been used for neuropsychiatric problems.
Is 'nerve damage' curable?
It depends on the kind of nerve and the kind of damage. The Nervous System is grossly divided into two regions - the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS is basically your brain and spinal chord. Damage to these nerves, whether it be from lack of oxygen, direct trauma, toxins, or neoplastic (cancerous) growths is generally irreversible. After the damage is done the actual nerve cells are replaced with a fibrous scar of astrocytes (a kind of cell that does not function like a neuron and is located in the central nervous system). Thus people that have had damage to their CNS like stroke patients do not generally regain the function they have lost (although some areas that were minimally damaged and not totally killed can be rehabilitated, and brain function retains some plasticity so certain movements and functions can be relearned). The PNS is different. The nerves that make up the PNS are able to recover from certain kinds of injury. For instance if you sever a nerve completely it can regrow (especially if given a helping hand by a sheath connecting the two ends) and what would have been a useless limb can regain much, if not most of its function. A pinched nerve can recover its function if the impinging object is removed and the nerve given time to heal. This depends on how long the nerve has been pinched, the degree to which the offending object has been removed, and the general health of the patient being treated. For instance a person with severe acute sciatica due to a lumbar disc herniation can be surgically treated, have the offending disc removed and the vertebrae above and below fused. This can cure the person of their sciatica. In other cases either due to inoperability, patient comorbidities, or continued stress on the nerve the nerve may have been damaged beyond recovery. So the short answer is maybe...
I want info on peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy often causes numbness and pain in your hands and feet. People typically describe the pain of peripheral neuropathy as tingling or burning, while they may compare the loss of sensation to the feeling of wearing a thin stocking or glove. Peripheral neuropathy is caused by nerve damage. It can result from such problems as traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes is diabetes. In many cases, peripheral neuropathy symptoms improve with time - especially if it's caused by an underlying condition that can be treated. A number of medications are often used to reduce the painful symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Your nervous system is divided into two broad categories. Your central nervous system consists of your brain and spinal cord. All the other nerves in your body are part of your peripheral nervous system. Peripheral neuropathy affects those nerves, which include:. ■Sensory nerves to receive feelings such as heat, pain or touch. ■Motor nerves that control how your muscles move. ■Autonomic nerves that control such automatic functions as blood pressure, heart rate, digestion and bladder function. Most commonly, peripheral neuropathy may start in the longest nerves - the ones that reach to your toes. Specific symptoms vary, depending on which types of nerves are affected. Signs and symptoms may include:. ■Gradual onset of numbness and tingling in your feet or hands, which may spread upward into your legs and arms. ■Burning pain. ■Sharp, jabbing or electric-like pain. ■Extreme sensitivity to touch, even light touch. ■Lack of coordination. ■Muscle weakness or paralysis if motor nerves are affected. ■Bowel or bladder problems if autonomic nerves are affected. When to see a doctor. Seek medical care right away if you notice any unusual tingling, weakness or pain in your hands or feet. Early diagnosis and treatment offers the best chance for controlling your symptoms and preventing further damage to your peripheral nerves. If your symptoms are interfering with your sleep or you feel depressed, your doctor or pain specialist may be able to suggest treatments that can help. Good luck Tin
Does pudendal nerve damage go away on its own?
If it does n ot go on its own within a reasonbale amount of time, it will definitely need treatment. There are many treatment options depending on the cause of the neuropathy. The most common treatment options include pelvic floor physical therapy to relax the overly tense pelvic floor muscles, medications, pudendal nerve blocks, and if an entrapment is suspected pudendal nerve decompression surgery. Other available options are pelvic floor Botox, intrathecal pain pump, and neurostimulation. The administrators of this website are volunteers who are veterans of pudendal neuropathy. Natural treatments are very effective for treating neuralgia and nerve damage, such as herbal and homeopathic remedies and tissue salts. These remedies are not only safe and gentle to use, but also supports general well-being and improve overall health. Tissue salts help to maintain cellular health in the organs and nervous systems of the body. Herbal ingredients such as Zanthoxylum clava herculisis (Toothache Tree) and Matricaria recutita (German Chamomile) contain anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties that soothe the nervous system while at the same time relieve pain. Other beneficial herbs include Arctium lappa (Burdock) and Harpagophytum procumbens (Devil's Claw) which are excellent for treating arthritis, lumbago, rheumatism, fibrositis, sciatica and small joint disease. You may get more info here http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/remedies/n/neuralgia.htm