there could be a relation between the 2 conditions but the jury is still out. although it is difficult to find clinical studies that produced data with convincing arguments of a relationship internet forums are loaded with individuals who suffer simultaneously from both conditions. some doctors are writing "off label" prescriptions for their peripheral neuropathy patients with medications used to treat bi-polar conditions. gabapentin is one medication that seems to have a positive result in treating both disorders. peripheral neuropathy comes in many forms and it not always easily diagnosed. in addition to the chiropractor’s opinion it may benefit you to see a neurologist have a through physical exam and additional diagnostic testing completed in order to confirm that you have peripheral neuropathy.
can peripheral neuropathy and bipolar be related. since i was about 18yrs old i started to show signs of bipolar and peripheral neuropathy (tingling hands problems with my feet bruising and difficulty walking stiffness in my neck and back). my family started to suspect that i was bipolar after the birth of my first son and about that same time i saw a chiropractor that told me i could have peripheral neuropathy. i haven't gone to get anything diagnosed but i wondered if there could be a link between the two?