Proven Homeopathic Remedies for Neuropathy

Homeopathy is based on the principle that a disease can be cured when treated with an extremely diluted form of the substance that causes the malady---in other words, "like cures like." Although there are few scientific studies that prove the efficacy of homeopathic treatments, many individuals report homeopathy to be a proven remedy for their health-related issues. Further, of the few studies that do exist on the topic, several indicate positive results using homeopathy to treat neuropathic disorders.

Research/Studies

• In a study by Italian scientists published in the January 2009 issue of the journal "Homeopathy," homeopathic remedies were shown to work comparably to conventional neuropathic treatments. The study reported, "a number of significant improvements in [neuropathy] symptoms . . . were found in the homeopathy group, possibly associated with a decrease in conventional drug consumption."

Specific Remedies

• Use aconite for shooting pains, tingles, numbness, burning sensations and swelling in your hands or feet. Belladonna may be beneficial for sudden pain and possible redness along the hips, back and thighs. If the soles of your feet tingle and burn, use cantharsis. Treat burning and pain in the shoulder and swollen hands with ferrum phosphoricum.

  For muscle spasm and cramping, try magnesium phosphate. Lastly, use hypericum to relieve neuralgia and pain in the toes, fingers, and limbs.