Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment Near Grandview Heights, Ohio
Expert evaluation and care for nerve damage causing numbness, tingling, and pain in the feet and lower legs.
Just 0 minutes from Grandview Heights to Vertex Podiatry in Grandview Heights
01Why Grandview Heights Patients Choose Vertex Podiatry
Grandview Heights is a vibrant, walkable city of about 7,500 residents entirely surrounded by Columbus - and the home of Vertex Podiatry's office at 1500 W 3rd Ave, Suite 120. Lined with independent restaurants along Grandview Avenue, filled with young professionals and long-term families, and just minutes from downtown Columbus and OSU, Grandview Heights is one of Central Ohio's most desirable urban neighborhoods.
Grandview Heights residents are walkers, runners, and cyclists by nature. The Olentangy Trail is minutes away, and the neighborhood's sidewalk-rich streets see constant foot traffic. Active lifestyles are the norm here - which means foot and ankle conditions are equally common.
Vertex Podiatry is located right in Grandview Heights at 1500 W 3rd Ave, Suite 120. Free parking in our lot. You likely pass our building regularly. Dr. Guy Golan, DPM offers precise diagnosis and cutting-edge treatments for peripheral neuropathy that you won't find anywhere else in the Columbus area.
02What Is Peripheral Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction of the peripheral nerves - the vast network of nerves that transmit signals between the brain and spinal cord and the rest of the body, including the feet and lower legs. When these nerves are damaged, they may send abnormal signals, fail to transmit sensation properly, or lose the ability to control muscle function. In podiatric medicine, peripheral neuropathy is one of the most consequential conditions we manage because loss of protective sensation in the feet dramatically increases the risk of undetected injuries, ulceration, infection, and ultimately limb loss. Diabetes mellitus is the leading cause, but neuropathy has many causes, and identifying the underlying etiology is essential for appropriate treatment. Dr. Golan performs comprehensive neurological foot evaluations and coordinates care to reduce the risk of complications.
Read our complete guide to Peripheral Neuropathy03Signs & Symptoms
- Numbness, tingling, or 'pins and needles' sensation in the feet and toes
- Burning, stabbing, or electric shock-like pain - often worse at night
- Feeling of walking on sand, pebbles, or wearing socks when barefoot
- Loss of protective sensation - unable to feel heat, cold, or sharp objects
- Muscle weakness or difficulty lifting the front of the foot (foot drop)
- Loss of balance and coordination, increased fall risk
- Wounds or injuries on the feet that go unnoticed due to absent sensation
- Dry, cracked skin on the feet due to autonomic nerve involvement
04Risk Factors
- Diabetes mellitus (especially poorly controlled or longstanding)
- Prediabetes and metabolic syndrome
- Vitamin B12 or other nutritional deficiencies
- Chemotherapy treatment (particularly taxanes and platinum-based agents)
- Chronic alcohol use
- Kidney disease or chronic renal failure
- Hypothyroidism or other endocrine disorders
- Family history of hereditary neuropathy
When to See Dr. Golan from Grandview Heights
Any diabetic patient should have a comprehensive foot exam at least annually - more frequently if neuropathy symptoms are present. If you notice numbness, tingling, burning, or any change in sensation in your feet, schedule an evaluation promptly. Equally important: if you have neuropathy and discover a wound on your foot - no matter how small - seek immediate care. Neuropathic wounds can escalate rapidly and early intervention is critical to preventing serious complications.
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