Peripheral neuropathies are a collection of over 100 disorders that have a variety of symptoms caused by impaired nerves. Their clinical features range from mild to disabling and are rarely life ...

Nerve damage generally happens slowly, says Isha Gupta, M.D., neurologist. So you might be able to catch it and prevent it ...

Polyneuropathy occurs when multiple peripheral nerves malfunction throughout the body. Neuropathy is a common complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Polyneuropathy occurs when there is ...

In diabetes, much attention goes to sugar control, insulin levels, and the threat of nerve damage. But a new study reveals ...

As a peripheral nerve, the median nerve is important for both movement and sensation. Median nerve anatomy helps inform us about its function. Movements are caused by the median nerve. Nerves send ...

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder and is one of the leading chronic diseases worldwide. It is widely known ...

A hydrogel that could help repair damaged nerves Date: October 7, 2020 Source: American Chemical Society Summary: Injuries to peripheral nerves -- tissues that transmit bioelectrical signals from ...

Gait changes such as swinging the arms differently and taking smaller, slower steps ...

High blood sugars somehow damage the nerves -- we don't completely understand. Idiopathic neuropathy means that something has happened to your little peripheral nerves -- that they're not working ...

Repairing nerve cells after injury and in chronic disease Date: November 28, 2023 Source: Salk Institute Summary: Researchers discovered a mechanism for repairing damaged nerves during peripheral ...

Common signs of postoperative nerve damage include tingling, numbness, weakness, or burning sensations. The most common complication following foot and ankle surgery is cutaneous nerve injury.