Neuropathy: Why You’re Feeling Tingling, Burning, or Numbness—And What You Can Do About It

Ever feel like your hands or feet are tingling for no reason? Or maybe you’ve got numbness, burning, or stabbing pain that just won’t go away? These might be signs of neuropathy—a condition that affects the nerves and can seriously interfere with daily life.

Whether your symptoms are mild or intense, there’s one thing most people with neuropathy have in common: they just want to know what’s going on, and how to fix it. Let’s break it down—what neuropathy is, why it happens, and what options you have for getting better, including some newer treatments we offer here at White Oak Chiropractic.

What Is Neuropathy, Really?

Neuropathy (technically, peripheral neuropathy) happens when the nerves outside your brain and spinal cord get damaged or irritated. These nerves are what help you feel sensations, control your muscles, and keep automatic body functions (like digestion or circulation) running smoothly.

When those nerves aren’t working right, you can feel:

• Tingling or “pins and needles”
• Numbness or reduced sensation
• Sharp, shooting, or burning pain
• Muscle weakness or coordination issues
• Sensitivity to touch or temperature

Sometimes symptoms start slow and gradually worsen. Other times, they show up suddenly.

What Causes Neuropathy?

There are lots of possible causes. Some of the most common include:

• Diabetes – High blood sugar can damage nerves over time.
• Injuries – Falls, car accidents, or even repetitive stress (like carpal tunnel) can harm nerves.
• Vitamin Deficiencies – Especially B1, B6, and B12.
• Autoimmune Conditions – Like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis.
• Chemotherapy or Toxins – Some meds or environmental exposures can cause nerve damage.
• Spinal Misalignments – Less commonly talked about, but chronic postural stress and joint misalignments can compress or irritate nerves too.

Often, it’s a combination of things. That’s why it’s important to look at the full picture—not just mask symptoms.

Standard Treatments (And Their Limitations)

Traditional care for neuropathy often includes:

• Medications like gabapentin or duloxetine
• Topical creams
• Physical therapy
• Treating the root cause (like managing blood sugar or supplementing vitamins)

These approaches can help—but many people still find themselves asking:

“Why is this happening, and how do I actually heal?”

That’s where a more comprehensive, cause-focused approach comes in.

Two Promising Therapies We Use for Neuropathy Relief

At White Oak Chiropractic, we take a unique approach by combining structural correction and regenerative stimulation to help support nerve healing.

And don’t worry—these therapies can be used in addition to what you’re already doing. If you’re working with a neurologist or taking medication, that’s perfectly fine. We’ll work with what you’ve got, not against it.

Here’s what we use:

🌀 Advanced Biostructural Correction™ (ABC™)

This isn’t your average chiropractic. ABC™ is a highly specialized method that focuses on fixing the structural misalignments your body can’t self-correct.

Why does that matter?

Because poor structure can:

• Put pressure on nerves
• Create tension on the spinal cord
• Disrupt nerve flow and blood supply
• Lead to posture collapse and compensation patterns

When we correct the structure gently and precisely (no twisting or cracking), it takes stress off the nervous system—and that can mean better balance, less pain, and improved function.

💥 StemWave Therapy

This is a non-invasive therapy that uses acoustic waves to stimulate your body’s natural healing processes.

It works by:

• Increasing blood flow to the area
• Reducing inflammation
• Activating healing cells and stem cells
• Supporting nerve regeneration

We’ve seen it help patients dealing with long-term numbness, pain, or tingling—especially when nerves have been irritated or slow to heal.

Best part? There’s no downtime, no injections, and no medications involved.

Not Everyone Is a Candidate—But You Might Be

Our therapies aren’t one-size-fits-all, and we won’t know if they’ll help until we evaluate your individual case. That’s why we start with a consultation to see if you’re a good candidate for care.

If we think your body will respond well, we’ll walk you through a personalized plan—one that fits with your lifestyle, your symptoms, and any other care you’re currently receiving.

Let’s See What’s Possible for You

You don’t have to keep guessing what’s wrong—or just live with it. Whether you’ve been dealing with neuropathy for months or years, there may be a better path forward.

✅ Want to see if you qualify for care?
✅ Curious whether our therapies can work with your current treatment plan?

📞 Call us at 707-446-1714

We’ll take the time to listen, evaluate your case, and let you know if this approach is the right fit. Real relief could be closer than you think.