Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage caused by chronically elevated blood sugar levels. It most commonly damages nerves in the feet and legs, leading to loss of protective sensation, burning pain, tingling, or numbness that leaves the feet vulnerable to unperceived injuries and foot ulcers.
Common Symptoms
Burning, electric, or sharp shooting pain in feet, especially at night · Numbness, tingling, or "pins and needles" sensation · Feeling like you are walking on cotton or wearing thick socks · Heightened sensitivity to light touch (even bedsheets cause discomfort) · Loss of ability to feel temperature changes or small cuts
Our Treatment Approach
Quantitative sensory testing & Digital Biothesiometry → neurological risk stratification → nerve pain medication management → advanced neuro-rehabilitation therapy → custom protective footwear to compensate for loss of protective sensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can damaged nerves from diabetic neuropathy heal?
While long-standing nerve damage is difficult to reverse completely, strictly controlling blood sugar, combined with specialized therapy, slows progression and significantly relieves painful burning symptoms.
Why is loss of sensation so dangerous?
Without sensation, you won't feel cuts, shoe rubs, or embedded glass. Unnoticed injuries rapidly turn into deep, infected diabetic foot ulcers.
Book Diabetic Neuropathy & Foot Nerve Pain
Most patients are seen within 48 hours. A care coordinator will call you to confirm.
