What is Foot Neuropathy?
Foot neuropathy is a disease involving the nerves in the foot. Neuropathy concerns itself with affliction of the nervous system. Let me explain what is meant by the “nervous system.” All nerves come from the spine. Nerves branch out from the spine like tentacles. These tentacle-like branches control the particular nerve whose “branch” it is connected with. These nerves are on the “periphery” of the spine, so they are considered “peripheral nerves.” When damage or deterioration to the nerves occur, not including the spine itself, it is called “neuropathy.” So, “foot neuropathy” means there is damage to the nerves that extend to the feet. How does one get foot neuropathy and why should you get foot neuropathy treatment? A healthy diet is key to preventing foot neuropathy. Left Untreated Diabetes Can Be a Slow and Painful Death Diabetes is one of the main causes of foot neuropathy. The nervous system controls both motor and sensory nerves (the ability to move and to feel). Diabetes occurs
