SYMPTOMS

Peripheral Neuropathy Symptoms

What You’re Feeling Is Real — And Measurable

Numbness, tingling, burning, or pain in your feet and legs can progressively worsen over time — but improvement is possible.

Not sure if it's neuropathy?

Call 952-456-6160 to speak with our team.

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What Most People Don’t Realize

Many patients assume neuropathy is only about pain — but in reality, loss of sensation is often the biggest issue.

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Symptoms often start in the toes

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Symptoms progress into the bottom of the foot through the top of the foot to the ankle.

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Progress gradually up the feet and legs

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Can affect balance and stability

What Patients Often Experience

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Pain

Achy, sharp, or stabbing pain in the feet or legs.

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Burning Sensations

Burning or searing feelings, often worse at night.

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Cold Sensations

Feeling of cold or ice in the feet, even when warm.

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Shooting Sensations

Sudden, electrical or shooting pains.

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Numbness & Tingling

Pins and needles or loss of feeling in the feet.

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Balance & Coordination Issues

Unsteadiness or difficulty with walking, driving, stairs, or daily activities. This is the #1 reason people seek our care.

As nerve function improves, symptoms improve as well.

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These improvements can be measured and tracked over time using objective testing, so you can see your progress.

How Symptoms Typically Progress

Neuropathy usually begins in the toes and progresses over time. The areas affected and the severity can vary from person to person.

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Early Stage

Symptoms limited to toes

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Mild Progression​

Symptoms spread to the ball of the foot

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Moderate Progression

Symptoms extend across the foot

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Advanced Progression

Symptoms move into the lower part of the leg

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Severe Progression​

Symptoms may reach higher into the legs

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In some cases, as symptoms progress, similar changes may begin to appear in the hands or fingertips.

We commonly evaluate both upper and lower extremities when needed.

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Your symptoms may not follow a typical pattern—and that’s okay. With over 20 years of experience treating neuropathy, we focus on your particular presentation, so your care is tailored to you.

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We help patients at every stage.

It’s never too early — and never too late — to get answers.

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Early detection and consistent care can help

prevent progression and improve outcomes.

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These improvements can be measured and tracked over time using objective testing, so you can see your progress.

How We Evaluate Your Symptoms

At our clinic, we don’t just ask how you feel — we measure it. Our testing is quick, safe, and completely non-invasive.

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Light Touch

Assesses the ability to feel light pressure on the skin.

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Vibration

Measures nerve response to vibration using a tuning fork.

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Pinprick Sensation

Evaluates the body’s response to a small, controlled stimulus.

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Surface Area Mapping

We map the exact areas of reduced sensation to track changes over time.

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This detailed, objective approach allows us to create a personalized care plan and accurately track your improvement.

Why Early Changes Matter

Most patients will begin to notice changes within the first few visits. Our testing helps us confirm early improvements.

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Increased Sensation

You may notice feeling in areas that were previously numb or tingling.

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Reduced Surface Area

The areas affected by neuropathy can shrink as nerves recover.

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Improved Balance

Better sensation can lead to improved stability and confidence in daily activities.

Find Out If You’re Responding — Early

After just 1–2 visits, we can determine if your body is responding to care. Don’t wait to take the first step toward relief.

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Our Location

Relief Neuropathy Center of Minnesota 7100 Northland Circle North, Suite 119 Brooklyn Park, MN 55428

Clinic Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Easy Access

Free parking directly outside the building. Convenient location with easy access.

Our Location

Relief Neuropathy Center of Minnesota 7100 Northland Circle North, Suite 119 Brooklyn Park, MN 55428

Clinic Hours

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Easy Access

Free parking directly outside the building. Convenient location with easy access.

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A More Focused Approach
to Neuropathy Care

Our clinic is built around one idea:

Measure what matters. Adjust care. Deliver results.

We are proud to serve patients throughout the Minneapolis metro area and beyond.

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