Peripheral neuropathy is damage to the nerves that carry messages between the brain, the spinal cord and the rest of the body. Different things can cause peripheral neuropathy, such as diabetes, injury, cancer and some cancer treatments.

For most people, the symptoms of cancer-related peripheral neuropathy will slowly improve when their cancer treatment has finished.

Clinical Nurses Specialists can often diagnose peripheral neuropathy and provide appropriate support.

Physiotherapists at a registered and enhanced level can help with coordination, muscle weakness, balance and walking.

An occupational therapist at a registered and enhanced level can support with daily tasks because of peripheral neuropathy, such as washing or dressing. They can assess needs and recommend appropriate aids and equipment to help and provide advice and support about falls prevention and safety advice in function due to the sensory impairment often in the hands and feet.