Treatment Options
Prescription Treatment Is Available
Cymbalta may be able to help relieve your diabetic nerve pain. Cymbalta is approved by the FDA to help manage diabetic nerve pain. Unlike some medicines that may be used for diabetic nerve pain, Cymbalta is not a narcotic and can be taken once a day. As with all medicines, results may vary from person to person. Learn more about Cymbalta and how it is believed to work to help manage diabetic nerve pain.
Talk to Your Healthcare Provider About Your Pain You Believe Is Due to Your Diabetes
Even if you and your healthcare provider have talked about your pain before, talk about it again if it continues to be an issue. You can help your healthcare provider understand how much the pain is affecting your life and how it makes you feel. Only your healthcare provider can diagnose diabetic nerve pain and determine if Cymbalta is right for you. Read more tips for talking to your doctor about diabetic nerve pain.
Put Together a Complete Treatment Plan
Together, you and your healthcare provider can create a plan to help manage your diabetic nerve pain. Along with medication, your plan may include lifestyle changes. Some healthcare professionals may suggest:
- Glucose control
- Relaxation techniques, including deep-breathing exercises and meditation
- Acupuncture
- Biofeedback
- Hypnosis
- Electrical nerve stimulation
- Blood pressure control
- Quitting smoking
- Avoiding alcohol
- Healthy diet
- Exercise
Note: Before beginning or changing an exercise program, please consult your healthcare professional.
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