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Peripheral Neuropathy Learning Center

Prevention could include:
If a prolonged procedure or immobility is expected, appropriate measures (such as padding vulnerable areas) can be taken beforehand to reduce the risk of nerve problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:September 11, 2008
Peripheral neuropathies are preventable only to the extent that the underlying causes are preventable. Steps that a person can take to prevent potential problems include vaccines against diseases that cause neuropathy, such as polio and diphtheria...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
The best way to prevent peripheral neuropathy is to treat the underlying disease or eliminate the toxic substance that may cause the symptoms.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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