Peripheral Neuropathy Care for Tremonton and Box Elder County
If your feet feel like they're wrapped in socks that aren't there, or your hands buzz and tingle at night, you're not imagining it. These are common signs of peripheral neuropathy, and they affect people of every age and background in Tremonton and across Box Elder County.
At Rigby Chiropractic, neuropathy treatment starts with understanding what's happening in your nerves and why. We combine careful testing with a multi-therapy, drug-free plan aimed at improving the environment your nerves need to function: healthy blood flow, less irritation and pressure, and better movement and stability.
What Is Peripheral Neuropathy?
Your peripheral nerves are the network that carries signals between your brain and spinal cord and the rest of your body. They tell your muscles when to move, report sensations like touch and temperature, and help regulate things like blood pressure and digestion.
Peripheral neuropathy means some of those nerves are damaged or not working properly. Signals may get weaker, scrambled or "stuck on," which is why people describe both a loss of feeling and uncomfortable sensations at the same time. It most often starts in the toes and feet, then may gradually move up the legs or appear in the hands.
Neuropathy is not one single disease. It's a pattern of nerve dysfunction with many possible causes, and its severity varies widely from person to person.
Common Neuropathy Symptoms
Symptoms can come on slowly over years or show up more quickly. Many people notice:
- Numbness or reduced feeling in the feet, toes, hands or fingers
- Tingling, "pins and needles" or a buzzing, electric sensation
- Burning, sharp or stabbing pain, often worse at night
- Feet that feel cold, heavy, or like you're walking on pebbles or cotton
- Extreme sensitivity to light touch, such as bed sheets on your feet
- Balance problems, unsteadiness or tripping more often
- Muscle weakness or cramping in the feet and legs
- Cuts or blisters on the feet that you don't feel right away
Because reduced sensation can hide injuries, anyone with numb feet should check them daily and see a medical provider promptly for wounds that aren't healing.
What Causes Peripheral Neuropathy?
Finding the likely contributors to your neuropathy helps shape a smarter plan. Common causes include:
When no clear cause is found, it's called idiopathic neuropathy. Supporting circulation, nerve health and balance may still help.
- Diabetes and blood sugar problems — the most common cause, as elevated glucose over time can damage nerves and the small blood vessels that feed them
- Chemotherapy — certain cancer medications can injure peripheral nerves
- Poor circulation — nerves need a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients
- Nerve compression — pressure on nerves in the spine or limbs, such as from a disc problem or narrowing
- Nutritional deficiencies — particularly B vitamins, including B12
- Alcohol use, certain medications and toxin exposure
- Autoimmune, thyroid and kidney conditions
- Injury or surgery
Our Drug-Free Neuropathy Treatment Program
Medications for nerve pain mainly aim to quiet symptoms, and some people find the side effects hard to tolerate. Our approach is different: we focus on the factors that influence how nerves heal and function. Every plan is individualized, and many patients use our care alongside the guidance of their primary care physician or specialist.
Depending on your exam and testing, your program may include:
Electric stimulation
gentle electrical signals designed to stimulate nerve and muscle activity and help calm pain signaling
Laser therapy
focused light energy that aims to support cellular repair and reduce inflammation in irritated tissue
Red light therapy
broader, low-level light used to support circulation and tissue recovery in the feet and hands
Shockwave therapy
acoustic pressure waves intended to stimulate blood flow and the body's natural repair processes
Spinal decompression
gentle, controlled traction used when testing suggests nerve compression in the low back or neck is contributing to symptoms
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
practical support for blood sugar balance, inflammation and nutrients that nerves rely on
Balance training
targeted exercises to improve stability, coordination and confidence on your feet
Combining therapies lets us address several contributors at once rather than relying on a single tool. Results depend on how long symptoms have been present and how much nerve damage exists, so we'll give you an honest picture of what's realistic after your evaluation.
How We Test Your Nerves
Good care starts with good information. Your first visit with Dr. Rigby includes a detailed health history and a hands-on exam of sensation, reflexes, strength and balance.
We also offer painless, non-invasive nerve and circulation testing of the hands and feet. These screenings help us understand how your nerves are responding and how well blood is reaching your extremities, giving us a baseline to measure progress against over time. If anything in your history or exam suggests a condition that needs medical attention, we'll refer you to the right provider.
Neuropathy Conditions We Help With
Explore the specific types of neuropathy and symptoms we see most often in our Tremonton office:
- Diabetic NeuropathyNerve support for people living with diabetes or prediabetes
- Numbness & TinglingCare for pins-and-needles and loss of feeling in hands and feet
- Burning FeetRelief-focused care for hot, burning or stabbing foot pain
- Balance ProblemsSteadier steps and lower fall risk when neuropathy affects stability
- Chemo-Induced NeuropathyGentle support for nerve symptoms after cancer treatment
- Free Nerve ScanPainless nerve and circulation testing for your hands and feet
When to See a Doctor Right Away
Most neuropathy develops gradually. Seek emergency or prompt medical care if you have sudden weakness or numbness, especially on one side of the body, rapidly spreading symptoms, trouble breathing or swallowing, loss of bladder or bowel control, or a foot wound that is red, swollen, draining or not healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can peripheral neuropathy be reversed?
It depends on the cause and how much nerve damage is present. Some people see significant improvement when contributing factors are addressed early, while others with long-standing damage aim for symptom relief, better balance and slowing progression. We can't promise a reversal, but our goal is to give your nerves the best possible conditions to function and recover.
What is the best treatment for neuropathy in the feet?
There's no single best treatment for everyone. Many people do well with a combined approach that supports circulation, reduces nerve irritation and improves balance, along with blood sugar and nutrition management. The right plan depends on your testing, your health history and what is driving your symptoms.
Is neuropathy treatment painful?
No. The therapies we use, including electric stimulation, laser therapy and red light therapy, are non-invasive and generally comfortable. Most patients describe mild warmth, tingling or pulsing sensations. Our nerve and circulation testing is painless as well.
How long does neuropathy treatment take?
Nerves heal slowly, so neuropathy care is usually measured in weeks to months rather than days. Your plan will include regular visits early on, with periodic re-testing to track changes. Some patients notice shifts in sensation or comfort sooner, while others need more time.
Take the First Step Toward Steadier, More Comfortable Feet
Find out what's behind your symptoms and what may help. Schedule a neuropathy evaluation with Dr. Rigby at our Tremonton office.
Explore More
- Diabetic NeuropathyNerve and circulation support for people living with diabetes
- Numbness & TinglingCare for pins-and-needles and loss of feeling in hands and feet
- Burning FeetRelief-focused care for hot, burning or stabbing foot pain
- Balance ProblemsSteadier steps and lower fall risk when neuropathy affects stability
- Chemo-Induced NeuropathyGentle support for nerve symptoms after cancer treatment
- Free Nerve ScanPainless nerve and circulation testing for your hands and feet
- Electric StimulationGentle electrical stimulation to relax muscles and calm pain
- Laser TherapyFocused therapeutic light to ease pain and support healing