Managing Sleep with Neuropathy

If you’ve been living with neuropathy, you know how challenging the most simple things can be – especially sleep! What should be the most peaceful, winding-down part of your day can often feel like an insurmountable challenge.  And when you’re lucky enough to fall asleep quickly, the pain associated with neuropathy can suddenly jolt you back to the waking world. 

Burning pain. Numbness. Tingling sensations. Diabetic neuropathy can be a devastating companion for those with diabetes. But what happens if this condition is left untreated?

 

Hot flashes. Mood swings. Exhaustion. If menopause weren’t already enough to deal with on its own, did you know that this natural process can also trigger the onset of neuropathy?

What is Neuropathy?

Peripheral neuropathy is caused by damages to the peripheral nervous system. The peripheral nervous system (PNS) is what is sends messages to and from the spinal cord and brain, to the rest of the body. When the PNS is damaged, it causes pain and numbness in hands and feet.