Why The Festive Season Can Be Harder On Your Back Than You Expect

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Winter back pain is not just about the cold. It is often the result of how seasonal demands affect movement, routines, and stress levels. Understanding these challenges can help explain why discomfort increases during the winter months and what steps may help you feel more comfortable throughout the holiday season.

Understanding Neuropathy: What It Means and Why It Matters

Understanding Neuropathy: What It Means and Why It Matters We recently hosted one of our most engaging community events here at MORGAiN Physical Therapy — a Neuropathy Educational Workshop — where we had the chance to connect with dozens of people seeking to understand more about nerve-related discomfort, tingling, and mobility challenges. If you were … Read more

The Hidden Impact of Neuropathy: More Than Just Numbness

Neuropathy is a condition that often hides in plain sight. Many people know it for its common symptoms—tingling, numbness, or burning sensations in the hands or feet—but few realize just how deeply it can affect a person’s life beyond the obvious. The truth is, neuropathy doesn’t just impact nerves. It can quietly disrupt mobility, sleep, … Read more

Understanding Neuropathy and Its Emotional Impacts

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Neuropathy, also known as peripheral neuropathy, is a condition that affects the peripheral nervous system—the complex network of nerves that connects the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. These nerves control the movement of muscles and relay sensory information such as pain, temperature, and touch from various parts of the body to the brain. Neuropathy occurs when these nerves are damaged or malfunction, which leads to a wide array of symptoms that can vary in severity and impact the quality of life. While many individuals are aware of the physical manifestations of neuropathy, such as numbness, tingling, burning sensations, and pain, there is an often-overlooked aspect of the condition: its emotional and psychological effects.