You Beat the Cancer Now Let’s Help Your Nerves Catch Up
Modern cancer treatments save lives. But many people finish chemotherapy and are left with a difficult side effect: neuropathy. Months or years after treatment, they may still have:
- Burning or tingling in the feet or hands.
- Numbness or “thick” feeling in the toes or fingers.
- Trouble with balance and coordination.
- Difficulty with buttons, zippers, or fine hand tasks.
At the Neuropathy Relief Center of Miami, we regularly see cancer survivors from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Miami-Dade County, Broward County, the Florida Keys, and across Florida, as well as international patients from the USA, Central and South America (Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Mexico) and the Caribbean, who feel like they “won the big battle” but now have to deal with lingering nerve damage.
What Is Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy?
Many chemotherapy drugs are toxic not just to cancer cells but also to peripheral nerves. Over time, this can damage the nerves that carry sensation from your feet and hands to the brain.
Common symptoms include:
- Burning, tingling, or electric shock sensations.
- Numbness and loss of feeling in toes or fingers.
- Sensitivity to touch, heat, or cold.
- Balance problems and frequent stumbles.
- Difficulty with fine motor skills (writing, typing, buttoning, cooking).
Some people notice symptoms during treatment; others notice them after treatment ends.
Why It Feels So Unfair
Patients often say:
- “I’m grateful to be alive, but I didn’t expect this.”
- “I finished chemo; why do I still feel like my body is not mine?”
- “I want to move forward, but my feet won’t let me.”
On top of fatigue, emotional stress, and follow-up appointments, neuropathy can make:
- Walking across the room hard.
- Climbing stairs scary.
- Traveling to see family or enjoy life much more complicated.
You are not being ungrateful. It’s normal to feel frustrated when survival comes with a price.
Why Waiting for “Maybe It Will Go Away” Is Risky
Some chemotherapy-related neuropathy improves over time. but for many people, symptoms linger or progress if nothing is done to support nerve health.
If you:
- Struggle to feel the ground under your feet.
- Have frequent near-falls or stumbles.
- Can’t sleep because of burning or tingling.
- Avoid activities you used to love.
…then simply waiting may not be enough. Your nerves deserve active support.
How the Dr. Alfonso Neuropathy Treatment Protocol Helps Cancer Survivors
At the Neuropathy Relief Center of Miami, the Dr. Alfonso Neuropathy Treatment Protocol is designed to help nerves function better, regardless of the original cause including chemotherapy.
The protocol focuses on:
- 🩸 Improving microcirculation to nerves in the feet and hands.
- ⚡ Supporting nerve repair and healthier signaling, which may reduce burning and numbness.
- 🌿 Reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, both of which are high after intense treatments.
- 🧠 Supporting metabolic and nutritional balance, crucial for recovery post-chemo.
We coordinate with your oncology and primary care teams. The goal is to respect your cancer history while actively helping you rebuild nerve health.
Practical Tips for Living with Chemo-Induced Neuropathy
Alongside treatment, practical strategies help daily life:
- 👟 Wear protective, supportive shoes indoors and outdoors. avoid flimsy sandals or flip-flops.
- 🦶 Inspect your feet daily for cuts, blisters, or irritations you may not fully feel.
- 🛏 Use bedding that doesn’t trap too much heat around your feet if warmth increases burning.
- 🧊 Be cautious with hot surfaces, bath water, and heaters reduced sensation raises burn risk.
- 🚶 Plan extra time for walking so you’re not forced to rush.
Small changes can prevent injuries and help you feel more confident moving around.
You Didn’t Survive Cancer Just to Be Stuck in Pain
You did the hard work. You went through treatment. You showed up for yourself and your family. Your nerves now deserve the same level of attention.
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Sincerely Yours for Health,
Dr. Rodolfo Alfonso, D.C.
8585 Sunset Drive,
STE 104
Miami, FL 33143
Ph: 305-275.7475
www.neuropathyreliefmia