Title: Severe Pain in Arms and Legs: Causes & Treatment
Headings: Severe Pain in Arms and Legs
Severe Pain in Arms and Legs
Contents
What are the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy?
What Are the Causes of Severe Pain in Arms and Legs?
Generalized conditions
Injury
Alcohol and toxins
Infections and autoimmune conditions
Medications
How is peripheral neuropathy detected?
Electromyography
Nerve conduction research study
What are the treatment options for severe pain in arms and legs (peripheral neuropathy)?
Pain medications
Prescription medications
Medical treatments
Transcutaneous electronic nerve stimulation (TENS)
Ergonomic casts or splints
Self-care
Take precautions at home
What is the long-term outlook?
How can I avoid peripheral neuropathy?

Content: First, your doctor will perform a physical exam and ask about your case history. If they still cannot inform whether your symptoms are due to peripheral neuropathy, other tests to carry out include: Blood tests can measure vitamin and blood sugar levels and identify whether your thyroid is functioning properly. Your doctor may also buy a CT scan or MRI to see if anything is continuing a nerve, such as a herniated disk or a tumor. Often your doctor will buy a nerve biopsy. This is a minor surgery that involves eliminating a small amount of nerve tissue that they can then analyze under a microscopic lense. Electromyography
Electromyography can show problems with how your body’s nerve signals transfer to your muscles. For this test, your doctor will place a little needle into your muscle. Your doctor will then ask you to move your muscle carefully. Probes in the needle will measure the amount of electrical power moving through your muscle.