Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Diagnosis and treatment of peripheral nervous system conditions
Peripheral nervous system disorders cause numbness, pain, weakness, and dysfunction in the extremities. Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent disease progression and significantly improve symptoms.
At the practice, evaluation includes a detailed clinical examination combined with electromyography (EMG/NCS) for accurate localisation and characterisation of the damage. Katerina Saroukou has specialist training in clinical neurophysiology.
Treatment is individualised based on the cause: medication for pain, management of underlying conditions, physiotherapy, and when necessary, referral for surgical decompression. For chronic neuropathic pain, Katerina Saroukou applies the principles of the German Additional Qualification in Special Pain Therapy (Zusatz-Weiterbildung Spezielle Schmerztherapie).
When to Seek Help for Nerve Disorders
Symptoms
- Numbness or tingling (hands, feet)
- Burning or stabbing sensations
- Muscle weakness in extremities
- Difficulty gripping objects
- Pain that worsens at night
Who Benefits
- Diabetic patients
- Carpal tunnel syndrome patients
- Radiculopathy patients
- Trigeminal neuralgia patients
- Autoimmune neuropathy patients
What to Expect
Duration: 30-60 minutes (exam + EMG if needed).
Preparation: Bring lab results, imaging studies if available.
After the exam: Accurate diagnosis, personalised treatment plan, referrals if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are peripheral neuropathies?
Peripheral neuropathies are disorders of the nerves outside the central nervous system. They may affect sensory, motor, or autonomic nerves and present with numbness, burning sensation, weakness, or pain.
How are neuropathies diagnosed?
Diagnosis combines neurological examination, electromyography (EMG/NCS), blood tests, and in some cases imaging or nerve biopsy.
What are the most common causes of peripheral neuropathy?
The most common causes are diabetes mellitus, alcohol misuse, vitamin deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, chemotherapy, infections, and hereditary neuropathies.
Are peripheral neuropathies reversible?
It depends on the cause and the time of diagnosis. When the cause is identified and treated early, there is significant potential for improvement. Early diagnosis is critical.
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