Nerve Damage

The 4 Most Common Causes of Nerve Damage…

Peripheral Neuropathy + Nerve Pain
June 11, 2025•2 min read

Nerve damage can have a significant impact on your quality of life, causing symptoms like…


…pain


…numbness


…tingling


…and weakness. 


But what are the 4 most common causes of nerve damage?


By understanding the most common causes of nerve damage, you can take steps to protect your nervous system and reduce your risk of worsening nerve pain. 


Here Are The 4 Most Common Causes Of Nerve Damage…


#1 Diabetes

High blood sugar levels can damage nerves over time, leading to a condition called diabetic neuropathy. 


This is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy, affecting up to 50% of people with diabetes.


#2 Autoimmune disorders 

Conditions like… 


…rheumatoid arthritis


…lupus


…and Guillain-Barré syndrome can cause the immune system to attack and damage healthy nerve tissue.


#3 Vitamin deficiencies

B vitamins, particularly B12 and B9 (folate), are essential for maintaining healthy nerves. 


Deficiencies in these nutrients can lead to nerve damage and neuropathy symptoms.


#4 Toxins and medications

Exposure to certain toxins, such as heavy metals or industrial chemicals, can damage nerves. 


Some medications, particularly those used to treat cancer (chemotherapy), can also cause nerve damage as a side effect.


While these are the most common causes of NERVE DAMAGE, other factors such as… 


…physical injuries


…infections


…and excessive alcohol consumption can also contribute to nerve pain.


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Talk again soon, 


Dr. Doug DeSalvo, DC.


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Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC, BCN, is a highly experienced chiropractor with over three decades of practice in chiropractic care. Since founding his practice in 1987, he has treated more than 10,000 patients, drawing on his extensive expertise in neuropathy, automobile crash injuries, and brain injury traumatology. A graduate with honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic-West, Dr. DeSalvo is board-certified in neuropathy and holds advanced certifications in radiology services, MRI interpretation, and personal injury trauma. His dedication to exceptional care for spinal and neurological issues reflects his ongoing commitment to helping patients achieve optimal health and well-being.

Dr. Doug DeSalvo

Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC, BCN, is a highly experienced chiropractor with over three decades of practice in chiropractic care. Since founding his practice in 1987, he has treated more than 10,000 patients, drawing on his extensive expertise in neuropathy, automobile crash injuries, and brain injury traumatology. A graduate with honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic-West, Dr. DeSalvo is board-certified in neuropathy and holds advanced certifications in radiology services, MRI interpretation, and personal injury trauma. His dedication to exceptional care for spinal and neurological issues reflects his ongoing commitment to helping patients achieve optimal health and well-being.

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