CIPN Treatment

Peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to the nerves that are outside the brain and spinal cord. These distant nerves are called peripheral nerves. They carry sensations to the brain and control the movement of our arms and legs. 

If you have peripheral neuropathy, you may notice some of these sensations in your hands or feet:

• Tingling (or a “pins and needles” feeling)

• Burning or warm feeling

• Numbness

• Weakness

• Discomfort or pain

• Less ability to feel hot and cold

• Cramps (especially in your feet)

Unfortunately, some of the chemotherapy and other drugs used to treat cancer can damage peripheral nerves. When this happens, it is called chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). This can be a debilitating side effect of cancer treatments.

CIPN can cause severe pain and can affect your ability to do things like walk, drive, write, button your shirt, or hold a cup. CIPN can last for weeks, months, or even years after treatment is done.

While many doctors will prescribe meds to treat symptoms or tell you there’s nothing you can do, our doctors at WKA have over 40 years of combined experience successfully treating CIPN. Give the clinic a call today to see if our Neuropathy Program is right for you. 

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