Acupuncture & Your
Peripheral Neuropathy
Many people living with peripheral neuropathy (PN) — and even their care providers — are unaware that acupuncture has been shown in dozens of studies to help. Whether your PN is related to diabetes, chemotherapy, HIV/AIDS, or has no clear cause at all (idiopathic), acupuncture may offer relief by improving nerve function and easing pain, tingling, and numbness. This page has links to studies showing how effective acupuncture can be as well as a Directory of Acupuncturists trained to treat PN.
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Acupuncturists
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Our database features practitioners trained in evidenced-based protocols for treating peripheral neuropathy through acupuncture. Get the care you deserve.
Acupuncturists trained for PN Relief
Find trusted, vetted acupuncturists specializing in peripheral neuropathy relief. Our directory connects you with professionals offering evidenced-based treatments for nerve pain, numbness, and tingling.
Browse Trusted PN Specialists Across 5 Countries
Access a global network of expert acupuncturists specializing in peripheral neuropathy. With practitioners located in five countries, you can find top-tier professionals near you, ready to help manage your peripheral neuropathy symptoms with proven acupuncture techniques.
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A Research-Backed Option for Nerve Relief
Clinical trials continue to show acupuncture’s effectiveness in reducing the symptoms of PN. By supporting the body’s natural healing processes, acupuncture offers a drug-free approach that targets the root of nerve issues rather than just masking pain.
Diabetes Peripheral Neuropathy
As the diabetic epidemic grows, the number of cases of PN is growing. In the U.S., 50% of diabetics over 65 years of age develop diabetic PN. Learn more about the research that has found how successful acupuncture can be in treating diabetic PN.
Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is often called a "dose limiting" side effect of chemotherapy drugs because the symptoms can get severe enough that the chemotherapy dose needs to be reduced. This link will take you to a recent study detailing how effective acupuncture can be treating CIPN.
Expanding Medicare coverage
The Acupuncture Now Foundation is working to get the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to approve coverage for acupuncture in treating peripheral neuropathy (PN) - a process called a National Coverage Determination (NCD). We submitted a document explaining the research on acupuncture for PN along with copies of 72 research studies. This document offers the most comprehensive review of the research on acupuncture for PN and is available here for anyone interested in doing a deep dive investigating that research.
FAQ on Peripheral Neuropathy
Have questions about peripheral neuropathy? From symptoms and causes to treatment options and daily management tips, this FAQ covers the most common concerns to help you better understand and navigate PN with confidence.
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