![]() ![]() People may also not be able to feel hot and cold on their feet. There are many nerve fibers directly underneath the skin called sensory nerves, and when these nerves start to die away it inhibits you from feeling pressure, resulting in not being able to feel your feet on the ground. ![]() It usually affects both feet, but not always – which is why peripheral neuropathy can affect walking. The symptoms of Peripheral neuropathy can include burning, tingling, numbness, and oftentimes weakness. It is the nerves that go down into the foot & leg, or into the arms & hands. Peripheral neuropathy refers to the nervous system outside of the spinal cord and brain area. It’s been estimated that 25-30% of people in the U.S will experience neuropathy at some point in their life. For many, neuropathy becomes a common and difficult part of their life. ![]()
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