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Finding Relief from Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) at Active Chiropractic & Wellness in Raleigh, NC

Published July 14th, 2025 by Active Chiropractic & Wellness

A Holistic Approach to Nerve Repair and Pain Relief at Active Chiropractic & Wellness

Cancer survivors often find that their journey doesn’t end when treatment stops. One of the most challenging and lingering side effects of chemotherapy is Peripheral Neuropathy—a condition marked by burning, tingling, numbness, weakness, or pain in the hands, feet, and limbs.

At Active Chiropractic & Wellness in Raleigh, NC, Dr. Molly Hall and her team offer a multidisciplinary and drug-free approach to help patients manage and recover from Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) using the healing synergy of:

  • SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Therapy

  • Infrared + Red Light Therapy

  • Chiropractic care

  • Nutritional support

  • Lifestyle and stress reduction counseling


Understanding Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)

Chemotherapy drugs such as paclitaxel, oxaliplatin, vincristine, and others can cause damage to peripheral nerves. This disrupts the normal transmission of signals between the body and the brain and can lead to:

  • Numbness or tingling

  • Burning sensations

  • Electric shock-like pain

  • Sensitivity to temperature

  • Weakness and coordination issues

  • Difficulty walking or using hands

  • Heightened fall risk and reduced quality of life

CIPN can last months or even years after cancer treatment ends. Fortunately, there are conservative, science-backed therapies that can help regenerate nerves and restore comfort.


SoftWave Therapy: A Regenerative Breakthrough

SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technology (TRT) uses electrohydraulic acoustic waves to stimulate tissue regeneration, nerve repair and healing. These waves activate the body's own healing systems at a cellular level—without needles, injections, or drugs.

Key mechanisms of action include:

  • Activation and migration of resident stem cells

  • Angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation) via VEGF

  • eNOS activation for improved blood flow to nerves

  • PCNA stimulation for cellular regeneration

  • Modulation of chronic inflammation

  • Toll-like receptor signaling for immune and nerve regulation

For CIPN patients, this means improved circulation, decreased nerve inflammation, and enhanced regeneration of damaged peripheral nerves.


Infrared + Red Light Therapy: Fueling Cellular Recovery

Infrared and Red Light Therapy (photobiomodulation) uses near-infrared and red wavelengths to stimulate mitochondria (the cell's energy factories), which enhances ATP production—critical for nerve recovery and regeneration.

Benefits include:

  • Reduced oxidative stress and inflammation

  • Increased local circulation

  • Restoration of nerve function

  • Support for myelin sheath repair

  • Decrease in numbness, tingling, and pain

  • Better motor control and balance

Infrared and red light therapy complement SoftWave perfectly, amplifying tissue healing, nerve repair, and long-term symptom relief.


Chiropractic Care: Restoring Nervous System Function

The spine houses the central nervous system, and misalignments or restricted motion can further stress peripheral nerves. Chiropractic adjustments help reduce tension and interference in the nervous system by:

  • Taking pressure off nerve roots exiting the spine

  • Improving posture and mobility

  • Supporting nervous system balance and repair

  • Enhancing the body’s adaptive capacity to heal

When combined with SoftWave and red light therapy, chiropractic care creates an ideal environment for nerve healing from both the top down and the ground up.


Lifestyle and Nutritional Counseling for Neuropathy Recovery

Dr. Molly Hall and her team provide personalized guidance on nutrition, movement, and supplementation to optimize internal healing and reduce inflammation.

Key components of the CIPN lifestyle protocol may include:

  • Anti-inflammatory diet rich in omega-3s, antioxidants, and whole foods

  • Targeted supplements (e.g., alpha-lipoic acid, B-complex, magnesium, turmeric, glutathione support)

  • Hydration and electrolyte balance

  • Gentle movement and exercises for circulation and balance

  • Stress reduction tools, such as breathwork, prayer, grounding, and sleep optimization

These strategies work together with in-office therapies to promote long-term recovery and resilience.


Real Hope for Life After Cancer

At Active Chiropractic & Wellness, our approach is about more than symptom relief—we’re here to help you rebuild, restore, and reclaim your life. If you're living with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, you're not alone—and you’re not without options.

You deserve a care team that listens, supports, and brings together the best of science and holistic healing.

Request your consultation online. We are here to help you! Click here.


Contact Active Chiropractic & Wellness

Active Chiropractic & Wellness
3410 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone: (919) 899-7316
Website: https://www.activechiroraleigh.com
Schedule a Consultation Online Here Today: https://www.softwaveraleigh.com/contact


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