Jacobo physical therapy clinics treat a variety of conditions related to diabetes and neuropathy. Here are some common ones:
Diabetes-Related Conditions:
- Diabetic Neuropathy: Nerve damage caused by high blood sugar levels, leading to pain, tingling, and numbness, especially in the feet and hands.
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Reduced blood flow to the limbs, often leading to pain and mobility issues.
- Foot Ulcers: Open sores on the feet that can result from poor circulation and nerve damage.
- Obesity: Excess body weight that can exacerbate diabetes and lead to joint pain and mobility issues.
- Balance and Coordination Problems: Issues that can arise from nerve damage and muscle weakness.
Neuropathy-Related Conditions:
- Peripheral Neuropathy: Damage to the peripheral nerves, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the limbs.
- Autonomic Neuropathy: Damage to the nerves that control involuntary body functions, such as heart rate and digestion.
- Focal Neuropathy: Sudden weakness or pain in one nerve or a group of nerves, often in the hand, head, torso, or leg.
- Proximal Neuropathy: Pain and weakness in the hips, thighs, or buttocks, often affecting one side of the body.
- Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: Nerve damage caused by chemotherapy treatments.
Physical therapy can help manage these conditions by improving strength, balance, and mobility, reducing pain, and enhancing overall quality of life