That pins-and-needles feeling when your foot falls asleep? For millions of Americans, it’s more than a temporary nuisance—it could be a sign of an underdiagnosed nerve disorder.
Distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DSP), the most prevalent form of peripheral nerve neuropathy, can heighten the risk of falls, infections, and even amputations if left unchecked. Yet scientists say most cases go undetected, allowing the condition to quietly ravage the nervous system.
