How to Treat Hereditary Neuropathy With Pressure Palsies?

Medical Treatment:

• No cure for HNPP, but you can do things to help you manage your condition

Try to avoid if you start to experience symptoms:

• Leaning on your elbows, having someone rest on your arm, or resting the backs of your arms on a chair
• Prolonged sitting with your legs crossed
• Repetitive wrist or elbow movements

It can also help you:

• if you are overweight lose weight
• Wear ankle or wrist supports, and protective elbow and knee pads, to avoid the nerves getting worse
• Fill your bed with a foam mattress to reduce the pressure on your affected nerves
• Note what triggers your symptoms, so you can change the way you do some activities
• Visit an occupational therapist for advice on how to perform daily activities

There are medications you can take if you are suffering from nerve pain.