Nerve Damage Pain Treatment

Three different types of nerves control the body; the first type controls involuntary actions such as heart rate and blood pressure. The second type controls movements and actions, while the last type controls the body's ability to feel pain and sensation. There are many variables that contribute to the damage of these nerves, and though nerve damage is often incurable, it can be treated and the pain managed.

Significance

• The nerves in the body play a vital role in everything you do. If nerve damage is not treated and the accompanying pain not controlled, it can seriously diminish a person's quality of life.

Types

• There are more than 100 types of nerve damage a person can suffer from. Each type of nerve damage will have its own symptom, varying degrees of pain and forms of treatment.

Causes

• Many diseases and conditions can contribute to nerve damage and the pain it causes. These conditions and diseases include cancer, autoimmune disorders, motor neuron diseases and diabetes.

Treating the Condition

• The first option in treating nerve damage pain is to treat the condition. This can include regulating blood sugar in diabetics or using physical therapy to relieve compression trauma on the nerves.

Medications

• The next phase in nerve damage pain treatment is the use of medication. This can include pain medications such as Lortabs or tricyclic anti-depressants.

Alternative Treatments

• Homeopathic methods may also be effective when treating the pain caused by nerve damage. Some methods used include acupuncture, hypnosis and meditation.