Expert: R. Scott Malone L.Ac. - 4/22/2010

Question
My 92-year-old father has very painful neuropathy in his feet..he describes his feet as being "dead"...they are becoming more and more painful but he has trouble tolerating the side effects of meds. his physicians have tried.  His diagnosis is age-related as he has been ruled out for other conditions.  Can accupuncture bring dead feet back to life?

Answer
Hey Andrea,

I answered this about 5 days ago but I must have made an error sending it, sorry to make you wait.

I think acupuncture and herbal medicine would serve your father well.
He will get a specific diagnosis and a solid treatment plan based upon it.

I think your father will do well. You should have noticeable results within
5 or 6 visits.

Have a great day and be well,

R. Scott Malone L.Ac.