Neuropathy Treatment in Naperville, IL

Personalized Care for Neuropathy Symptoms

Burning feet, persistent tingling, or reduced sensation can make walking, sleeping, and everyday activities more difficult. At Renew Health & Wellness in Naperville, care begins with understanding your symptoms and how they affect your life.

Peripheral neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction affecting nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. Its causes vary, so treatment should reflect the condition behind the symptoms.

Dr. Mike Genslinger assesses your concerns, reviews any existing diagnosis or testing, and discusses whether supportive services at Renew are appropriate. Some symptoms require further evaluation by a medical provider or neurologist before treatment decisions are made.

Symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy may cause:

Tingling or pins-and-needles sensations
Numbness or reduced awareness of temperature and touch
Burning, shooting, or electric-like pain
Increased sensitivity to touch
Muscle weakness
Changes in balance or walking

Symptoms often affect the feet and legs and may also involve the hands and arms. The pattern depends on which nerves are affected.

How Neuropathy Is Assessed

Assessment begins with your health history and an examination. Your provider may assess sensation, strength, reflexes, and walking or balance, depending on your symptoms.

Blood tests can help investigate certain underlying causes. Nerve conduction studies and electromyography, or EMG, may be recommended to assess nerve and muscle function. Some neuropathies require other specialist tests.

At Renew, Dr. Mike reviews the information available and explains whether further medical or neurological evaluation is appropriate. A symptom assessment at the clinic does not replace a specialist diagnostic workup when one is needed.

What Your Neuropathy Care May Include

Symptom and Function Assessment

Discuss the location, frequency, and severity of your symptoms, along with their effect on sleep, walking, balance, and everyday activities.

Movement and Balance Guidance

Discuss whether exercises, activity changes, or referral for physical therapy may help address strength, walking, or balance concerns. Recommendations should account for reduced sensation and fall risk.

Patient Education

Understand why medical management of the underlying cause matters. Your provider can also discuss precautions related to reduced sensation and when to seek additional care.

Follow-Up and Reassessment

Progress reviews consider symptoms and practical goals, such as walking more comfortably or feeling steadier during daily activities. Your response helps guide whether to continue, change the plan, or seek further evaluation.

What Our Clients Say

Why Choose Renew Health and Wellness

Experience with Nerve-Related Concerns

Dr. Mike brings more than a decade of chiropractic clinical experience to assessing spinal, joint, movement, and nerve-related symptoms.

Attention to Everyday Function

Your goals help shape the conversation. Discuss what symptoms are making difficult, from walking and work to sleep and family activities.

Clear Treatment Explanations

Understand what each recommendation is intended to address and what it can reasonably offer. Questions are welcome throughout your care.

Progress That Is Reviewed

Follow-up provides an opportunity to discuss changes in symptoms and function. New or worsening concerns may require a different plan or another provider.

A Personalized Approach with

Dr. Mike Genslinger,

DC Chiropractor & Founder

Dr. Mike Genslinger brings more than a decade of clinical experience to helping patients understand pain, movement limitations, and nerve-related discomfort. He takes time to learn how symptoms affect daily life and what each patient hopes to improve.

For patients seeking neuropathy care, his approach starts with assessment, a review of available findings, and an honest discussion about the services that may be appropriate. He explains recommendations in clear language and recognizes when further medical or neurological evaluation is needed.

A Naperville native and founder of Renew Health & Wellness, Dr. Mike places patient education and attentive follow-up at the center of his care.

Take the First Step Toward Understanding Your Symptoms

Persistent numbness, burning discomfort, or changes in balance deserve attention. Meet with Dr. Mike at Renew Health & Wellness to discuss your concerns and understand the next steps appropriate for you. Call (630) 442-7175 or book online.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know whether tingling or numbness is neuropathy?

These symptoms can occur with peripheral neuropathy, nerve compression, and other conditions. The location, timing, and pattern help guide assessment. A healthcare provider may recommend testing to clarify the cause.

Can neuropathy be reversed or cured?

It depends on the cause and extent of nerve damage. Treating a correctable cause may improve symptoms or limit further damage, but some neuropathies are persistent. No treatment should guarantee reversal, nerve regeneration, or a cure.

Can treatment help with burning pain or numbness?

Treatment may help manage symptoms, depending on the cause and approach used. Pain relief and recovery of sensation are different outcomes. Reduced pain does not necessarily mean damaged nerves have healed.

Can I seek care at Renew if I have diabetic neuropathy?

You can arrange a consultation to discuss whether Renew’s supportive services are appropriate. Continue diabetes care with your medical provider. Blood sugar management, foot care, and treatment of other health risks remain important.

Will I need an EMG or nerve conduction study?

Not everyone needs the same tests. A medical provider or neurologist may recommend these studies depending on your symptoms and examination. Some forms, including small-fiber neuropathy, may require different testing.

Can neuropathy care help with balance problems?

Neuropathy can affect sensation and muscle function, contributing to unsteadiness. Assessment may lead to recommendations for strength and balance exercises, physical therapy, or mobility aids. Balance changes can also have other causes.

Is neuropathy treatment painful?

The experience depends on the treatment. There may be discomfort or side effects, and reduced sensation requires additional care when using devices. Your provider should explain what to expect and when treatment needs to stop.

Is care suitable for older adults?

Age alone does not determine suitability. Medical conditions, medications, skin health, sensation, mobility, and implanted devices may affect recommendations. Your assessment should account for these factors.

How many appointments will I need?

There is no standard number for everyone. Recommendations depend on your diagnosis, goals, proposed care, and response. Reassessment should guide whether continued treatment is appropriate.

How quickly will I notice changes, and are results permanent?

The timing and durability of changes vary. Some people need ongoing management, and others may not respond to a particular treatment. A specific timeline or permanent result cannot be guaranteed.

Should I take vitamins or supplements for neuropathy?

Only take supplements based on an identified need and appropriate guidance. Vitamin B12 deficiency can contribute to neuropathy, while excessive vitamin B6 can cause it. Share all supplements and doses with your healthcare provider.

What precautions should I take if my feet are numb?

Reduced sensation can make injuries harder to notice. Check your feet regularly, use well-fitting footwear, and avoid direct heat such as heating pads on numb areas. If you have diabetes, follow your medical provider’s foot-care guidance.

When do symptoms need urgent medical attention?

Seek emergency care for sudden weakness or numbness with facial drooping or speech difficulty, rapidly progressing weakness, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or new bladder or bowel problems with groin numbness. Foot wounds, redness, swelling, or signs of infection also need prompt medical assessment, particularly with diabetes.

How much does neuropathy care cost, and is it covered by insurance?

Contact Renew Health & Wellness for current assessment and treatment fees. Ask what is included, which services are billed separately, and whether your insurance is accepted. Coverage varies by plan and service.