Recent studies have demonstrated that excess sugar can cause depression in non-diabetics. For example, data from the National ...

Comprised of all the nerves in the body outside of the brain and spinal cord, the peripheral nervous system has two vital functions: it feeds sensory information to the brain, and it carries signals ...

Peripheral nerve impairments in older adults were tied to a higher risk of subsequent dementia, a study of longitudinal data showed. Combined sensory and motor impairments in the lower leg doubled the ...

An international team of researchers has discovered a new component of the peripheral nervous system that acts by increasing energy metabolism in the body. The finding paves the way for the ...

Peripheral neuropathy is rarely fatal. However, it can cause serious complications if left untreated. These complications may affect a person’s independence, overall health, and life expectancy.