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Peripheral Neuropathy Specialist

Peripheral neuropathy can cause much more than pain or numbness. It may lead to tingling in the hands and feet, muscle weakness, balance problems, and difficulty performing everyday activities. At Marlton Neurology, Sudhir Aggarwal, MD, PhD provides comprehensive evaluations, accurate diagnosis, and personalized treatment plans to help patients manage symptoms and improve their quality of life.

If you’re experiencing numbness, burning sensations, weakness, or nerve pain, schedule an appointment online or visit our office

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You don’t have to live with chronic numbness, tingling, or nerve pain. At Marlton Neurology, we’re committed to helping you find answers and effective treatment through personalized neurological care.

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Peripheral Neuropathy Q & A

Frequently asked questions about Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when the peripheral nerves—the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord—become damaged or stop functioning properly.

These nerves are responsible for carrying signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body and include three main types:

Motor Nerves

Motor nerves control muscle movement by sending signals from the brain and spinal cord to your muscles.

Sensory Nerves

Sensory nerves transmit information such as pain, temperature, pressure, and touch from your body back to the brain.

Autonomic Nerves

Autonomic nerves regulate involuntary body functions, including heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, sweating, and metabolism.

Peripheral neuropathy may affect one or several types of nerves at the same time.

Peripheral neuropathy can result from many different medical conditions or nerve injuries.

The most common cause is diabetes, which accounts for approximately 30% of all peripheral neuropathy cases.

Other possible causes include:

  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Viral and bacterial infections
  • Kidney disease
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Vitamin deficiencies
  • Blood vessel disorders
  • Certain medications
  • Genetic conditions

Identifying the underlying cause is an important part of developing the most effective treatment plan.

Symptoms depend on which nerves have been affected.

Motor Nerve Symptoms
  • Muscle weakness
  • Muscle cramps
  • Muscle wasting
  • Difficulty with movement
Sensory Nerve Symptoms
  • Numbness
  • Tingling or "pins and needles"
  • Burning or shooting pain
  • Increased sensitivity to touch
  • Pain from light contact, such as clothing touching the skin
Autonomic Nerve Symptoms
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Dizziness or fainting
  • Excessive sweating
  • Digestive problems
  • Blood pressure changes

Symptoms often begin gradually and may worsen over time without appropriate treatment.

Treatment begins with identifying and managing the underlying cause whenever possible. As the underlying condition improves, damaged nerves may gradually recover.

Depending on your condition, Dr. Aggarwal may recommend:

  • Medications to relieve neuropathic pain
  • Treatment for underlying medical conditions
  • Lifestyle modifications
  • Ongoing neurological monitoring
  • Interventional therapies when appropriate

For patients whose symptoms persist despite conservative treatment, targeted injections containing anesthetics and anti-inflammatory medications may be recommended. These treatments help block pain signals while reducing inflammation around affected nerves.

Dr. Aggarwal develops individualized treatment plans designed to relieve symptoms, improve function, and help patients maintain their quality of life.