Exercise, diet, mobility, and other life issues that have nothing to do with medications or finding competent medical care
“I Feel Your Pain. “No, You Have No Idea.” One of the problems with a condition like Peripheral Neuropathy is that it often doesn’t produce any physical aspects. Nothing on the outside reveals that numbness or excruciating pain on the inside. Therefore, our friends and family can minimize the conditions, as in “It’s all in […]
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Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week is May 7-13 Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week (May 7-13, 2023) is a promotional campaign to increase awareness of the disease, its causes, and its effects on more than 30 million Americans, their families, and caregivers. The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy, the Peripheral Neuropathy Support Network, and other groups around the country
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Rickey Peoples: Dig deeper My name is Ricky Peoples and I was diagnosed with neuropathy less than a year ago. My doctor didn’t provide a lot of information about the disease and I was pretty much left on my own. I started doing internet research. I’ve learned a lot and recommend to everyone that they
WNA Newsletter features great resources Current Western Neuropathy Association E-Newsletter: B1 supplement update, Green Light Therapy, Keeping a Daily Log
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FPN promotes “Nobody Fights PN Alone” The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy has initiated a new publicity campaign that focuses on the community aspects of PN. In addition to our medical team, we learn from each. There is value in sharing with others who are fighting the same battles that we are. The FPN’s website offers
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Six Effective Exercises for Controlling Neuropathy Pain Click here to get moving
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Don’t Be a Hero! Ask for Help at the Airport Traveling with Neuropathy? Here’s an excellent article on the services available to those traveling with assistance needs, and how to access them. Includes the handling of personal mobility aids, seat upgrades, early boarding, etc. Additional tips on getting assistance through airport security (TSA Cares) https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/tips/injury-help-airport-airline/
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Idiopathic Neuropathy with Norman Lavtov The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy featured Dr. Norman Latov, MD, PhD on February 22, who spoke about Idiopathic Neuropathy (via webinar). Latov is a renowned expert in the field and covered idiopathic neuropathy, its definition and diagnosis. During this program, Dr. Latov explains how to tell if it’s progressive and
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Automatic Hand Controls Keeps Drivers Mobile The Western Neuropathy Association recently sponsored a “Driving Controls” webinar, featuring Megan Frazier. She goes over current adaptations, DMV issues, and other aspects. She is a licensed driver instructor in Texas. (About 1 hour with Q&A)
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You’re Never Too Late to Start Yoga Yoga is getting more popular with older adults Why? For seniors who are looking for a safe, effective way to enhance their physical health and overall wellness, the stretching, breathing, and meditation practices of yoga can be a great solution. In fact, as you will see, doing yoga
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