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Peter’s Story: Life After Nerve Decompression Surgery for Diabetic Neuropathy
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Surgical Treatment for Neuropathy in New Jersey: Restore Sensation and Mobility
When burning, numbness, or weakness continue despite treatment, it may be time for a different approach. Our New Jersey-based surgeons specialize in nerve decompression surgery – proven to improve symptoms in up to 90% of qualified patients.
What Causes Neuropathy?
Neuropathy develops when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord become damaged or dysfunctional—often resulting in burning, tingling, numbness, or muscle weakness, most commonly in the hands and feet. It can affect a single nerve (mononeuropathy) or multiple nerves (polyneuropathy), and symptoms frequently progress over time. Although diabetes is the most common cause, neuropathy may also stem from chemotherapy, trauma, repetitive stress, prior surgeries, or no identifiable cause at all (idiopathic neuropathy).
In many cases, trapped nerves in tight areas of the body make neuropathy symptoms worse. When that happens, surgery to relieve the pressure can provide lasting relief—especially when other treatments haven’t worked.
See How We’re Changing Lives, One Patient at a Time
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What Are the Benefits of Nerve Decompression for Neuropathy?
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Walk, stand, or drive without burning or numbness
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Regain strength and control in your hands or feet
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Sleep better without nerve pain waking you up
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Get back to daily activities without constant discomfort
Am I a Candidate for Surgery?
Not all neuropathy is caused by compression—but if your symptoms are linked to trapped nerves, surgical decompression may help where other treatments haven't.
You may be a candidate if you have:
- Diabetic neuropathy with focal symptoms (burning, tingling, numbness)
- Positive findings on Tinel’s sign, EMG, or PSSD
- Numbness, pain, or weakness that interferes with walking or balance
- Persistent symptoms despite medications or wound care
- Idiopathic or post-traumatic neuropathy with localized nerve entrapment
Why is Neuropathy Often Misdiagnosed?
Neuropathy is often misdiagnosed (or overlooked entirely) because its symptoms can mimic other conditions, such as plantar fasciitis or sciatica, and early treatments like medication or physical therapy don’t always address the root cause. Many providers do their best with the tools available, but without specialized testing and expertise in nerve anatomy, compression-related neuropathy can go undetected. The Institute of New Jersey focuses on identifying these often-missed causes—giving patients new answers and referring providers a trusted partner for advanced evaluation and surgical care.
Why Trust The Institute of New Jersey?
One of the Few U.S. Centers Specializing in Surgical Treatment for Compression-Related Neuropathy
The Institute is a national referral destination for patients with burning, numbness, and weakness caused by nerve compression. Our team performs one of the highest volumes of nerve decompression procedures in the country—bringing together deep diagnostic insight and microsurgical expertise to treat neuropathy at the source.
Surgical Expertise That Begins With the Nerve
Unlike general neurology or pain clinics, our program is built around the peripheral nerve itself. Our surgeons are fellowship-trained in advanced nerve decompression techniques and have performed hundreds of procedures to treat neuropathy caused by entrapment or injury—restoring function and sensation where others may see only symptoms.
Technology Designed for Precision Nerve Surgery
We use high-magnification surgical optics, intraoperative nerve monitoring, and delicate microsurgical instruments to decompress nerves at known anatomical pinch points—such as the tarsal tunnel, fibular neck, and peroneal groove—while protecting surrounding tissue and promoting long-term recovery.
Up to 90% of Patients Report Lasting Relief
In patients with compression-related neuropathy, studies show that up to 90% experience meaningful improvements in pain, sensation, and function after nerve decompression—often after years of frustrating, ineffective treatments.
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