Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy - Oh, My Aching Feet!

Neuropathy is a general term referring to damage or injury to the nervous system. Diabetic neuropathy refers to nerve damage resulting from the diabetic state. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy refers specifically to the damage of peripheral nerves located in the extremities of the body - most often the feet - in those with diabetes.

Unfortunately over half of diabetics experience some form of Peripheral Neuropathy, a condition which can involve pain, weakness, burning, tingling and numbness, and often results in complete loss of feeling. Without immediate attention to diet and blood sugar regulation, the loss of sensation progresses and permanent nerve damage can result. For some, diabetic peripheral neuropathy is the first indication of diabetes. With this in mind, anyone who experiences foot pain, tingling or numbness should seek immediate medical advice.

Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) results when higher levels of glucose remain in the blood for long periods of time. Although there is ample glucose in the body, individual cells do not receive this metabolic fuel and are essentially glucose starved. Long-term blood sugar imbalances set the stage for events resulting in reduced blood flow to peripheral nerves, lack of oxygen (hypoxia), oxidative (free radical) damage and nerve cell death. Other than strict attention to blood sugar regulation, the medical profession currently has little to offer to halt the progression of DPN. Nerve damage is usually progressive and irreversible.

However, the most recent and ongoing research suggests there is help for the symptoms of DPN without the harmful side effects of anti-inflammatory drugs, antidepressant medications or anticonvulsant drugs.

Neurelief Foot Cream contains a powerful, naturally-occuring anti-oxidant called alpha lipoic acid which is being heavily researched in clinical trials for the treatment of both diabetes and DPN -with very favorable results. Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) has been used in Europe for over 30 years to treat DPN and it is an approved medical treatment in Germany. Because of its possible neuro-regenerative effects, ALA is also being studied for the treatment of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

In clinical trials, ALA has produced numerous positive benefits for the diabetic, including improved glucose uptake, increased neural blood flow, reduced oxidative stress (free radical damage), improved peripheral nerve function and, most importantly, a significant reduction in the pain and numbness associated with DPN!

Because of its solubility in both water and lipids (fats), ALA is easily absorbed through the skin - taking it into the areas of the foot where it can affect pain and other symptoms of DPN - often within minutes! Other ingredients in Neurelief Foot Cream soothe and refresh your feet for an overall foot treatment everyone should experience!

Anyone with DPN or poor circulation knows the value of daily foot care. Give your feet the additional tender loving care they deserve with Neurelief Foot Cream.

Massage twice daily and feel the difference!

We think you'll agree… "Your feet have never felt better!"