4 ways to manage Diabetic Neuropathy

  • Diabetic Neuropathy
    Diabetic Neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can occur if you have diabetes. It can affect different parts of the body. This damage to nerves is called diabetic neuropathy. 
Submitted by PatientsEngage on 14 November 2015

These measures can help you manage the progression of diabetic neuropathy:

  • Keep your blood pressure under control. Having both high blood pressure and diabetes greatly increases your risk of complications because both damage your blood vessels and reduce blood flow. Try to keep your blood pressure in the range your doctor recommends. Make sure you check in regularly. 
  • Make healthy food choices. Eat a balanced diet that includes a variety of healthy foods, especially fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Limit portion sizes to help achieve or maintain a healthy weight.
  • Be active every day. Daily activity protects your heart and improves blood flow. It also helps in keeping your blood sugar and blood pressure under control. 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day at least five times a week is recommended. If you have severe neuropathy and decreased sensation in your legs, your doctor may advise you do non-weight-bearing activities, such as bicycling or swimming.
  • Stop smoking or chewing tobacco. If you have diabetes and use tobacco in any form, you're more likely than are nonsmokers with diabetes to die of heart attack or stroke. And you're more likely to develop circulation problems in your feet. Remember its never too late to quit

 

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