Do your legs and feet feel numb, or do you experience a “pins and needles” tingling sensation that just won’t go away? You’re not alone. Numbness and tingling in the extremities are among the most common complaints we hear from patients — and while they’re sometimes harmless, they can also be a warning sign of an underlying nerve or spine condition.
In this guide, our team at Texas Nerve and Spine explains what causes tingling in the legs and feet, when to take it seriously, and how advanced non-surgical treatments can help you find lasting relief.
The medical term for the “pins and needles” sensation in your legs and feet is paresthesia. It can feel like prickling, crawling, burning, or even a complete loss of feeling in part of your leg or foot.
Many everyday factors can cause temporary numbness — like sitting with your legs crossed or resting in one position for too long. But when the tingling becomes frequent, persistent, or happens without an obvious cause, it may point to an underlying issue or injury that deserves professional attention.
The causes of numbness and tingling in the extremities range from temporary and harmless to serious medical conditions. Common causes include:
Occasional tingling that resolves quickly is usually nothing to worry about. However, you should seek a professional evaluation if your numbness or tingling is:
Treatment depends on the underlying cause. At Texas Nerve and Spine, we take a non-surgical, root-cause approach to nerve and spine conditions. Depending on your evaluation, your personalized plan may include:
Get a personalized, non-surgical treatment plan designed to relieve your numbness and tingling — and help you get back to feeling like yourself again.
If you’re experiencing numbness and tingling in your hands and feet — or other areas of your body — you may be wondering what’s causing it. One of the most common culprits is peripheral neuropathy, a condition that affects the nerves carrying signals between your body and your brain.
Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that occurs when nerves in the peripheral nervous system are damaged. The peripheral nervous system branches out from the brain and spinal cord. Damage to these nerves can cause pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the affected areas, and it can also lead to balance and coordination issues. In some cases, it can even cause paralysis.
An estimated 25–30% of Americans of all ages will be affected by neuropathy, though older adults are at higher risk.
According to The Cleveland Clinic, neuropathy affects:
60–70%
of diabetics
30–40%
of chemotherapy patients
30%
of people with HIV
Neuropathy can dramatically affect people’s lives — and the harsh drugs used in traditional medicine can bring their own challenges. There are much better ways to deal with neuropathy by finding the root cause and starting there. Our experts have been helping people suffering from this condition for over 15 years, rebuilding their health and getting them back to where they should be.
Symptoms can vary from person to person, but may include:
The peripheral nerves carry information to and from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. Peripheral neuropathy can be caused by many things, including diabetes, alcoholism, certain medications, shingles, exposure to toxins, and more. When these nerves are damaged, they can’t send messages properly — leading to numbness, tingling, pain, and muscle weakness.
Conventional medicine often treats only the symptoms, not what’s causing the problem — typically with powerful medications like gabapentin, Lyrica, Cymbalta, and painkillers. These medications are often ineffective at helping the patient recover, and the condition can continue to get worse.
Peripheral neuropathy can be a severe and painful condition. When it goes unmanaged, it can lead to serious complications — including muscle weakness, paralysis, and problems with balance and coordination. Patients may also have difficulty with activities of daily living such as eating and drinking.
Don’t Wait Left unmanaged, these symptoms increase the risk of falls, accidents, and injuries, and patients are often later diagnosed with conditions like diabetic neuropathy, trigeminal neuralgia, carpal tunnel, migraines, scoliosis, sciatica, and muscle weakness. Early intervention is essential for preventing serious complications.
“We don’t treat your symptoms; we build your health.” — Dr. David Martino D.C.
Texas Nerve and Spine is a leading center for Peripheral Neuropathy Rehabilitation in Texas. We offer one of the most comprehensive programs, with a personalized care plan tailored to you. Using state-of-the-art technologies, we target the specific areas that need improvement so you see long-lasting results during and after the program.
The program fundamentals
Patients say they have seen:
Reduced Pain
Increased Mobility
Increased Sensation
Improved Sleep
Improved Well-Being
Increased Vitality
Improved Mood
Lasting Results
If you’re suffering from symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, come to Texas Nerve and Spine for the most comprehensive and personalized peripheral neuropathy program available. With our state-of-the-art technologies, you will see long-lasting results and benefits. Contact us today and start on your road to recovery and relief.
Personalized, non-surgical neuropathy rehabilitation designed around your root cause — not just your symptoms.
At Texas Nerve and Spine in Sugar Land, our specialists use advanced, non-surgical therapies to help patients overcome neuropathy and nerve pain — without invasive procedures.