Dellon Nerve Decompression Surgery in Tucson

“The Dellon” is a revolutionary new out-patient surgery that doctors use to treat peripheral neuropathy in diabetics. The Dellon can only be performed by select doctors and podiatrists trained in the procedure. Prescription medications for the symptoms of nerve damage are the traditional treatment methods used by doctors for diabetic neuropathy, and many physicians are not aware that there is another promising alternative.

This recently-developed nerve decompression technique was created by Dr. A. Lee Dellon of Johns Hopkins University, whose work has given many diabetic patients freedom from the symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy, including numbness, pain, ulcers and even amputation.

Diabetic Nerve Damage Treated With Dellon Nerve Decompression Surgery

Just as nerve damage in the hands can be corrected with Carpal Tunnel surgery, the Dellon Procedure similarly addresses nerve damage associated with peripheral neuropathy. The Dellon technique offers relief from the pain, burning, tingling and other symptoms in the lower extremities caused by nerve damage and nerve compression.

Nerve compression and nerve damage occur when the nerves swell in the narrower nerve passageways such as the wrist (carpal) and ankle (tarsal), as often takes place in diabetic patients. When a patient undergoes The Dellon nerve decompression surgery, the pressure on the nerves is relieved, sensation is restored, and pain is eliminated. In addition, the patient's risk of chronic ulcers and amputation can be drastically reduced.

 


Is The Dellon Procedure Best For Me?

You may be a candidate for The Dellon nerve decompression surgery if you have early stage diabetic peripheral neuropathy or continue to suffer with neuropathy in spite of taking your prescription medications. Doctors will also perform a neurosensory test and assess a patient's overall health, ability to manage blood sugar levels, and neuropathic symptoms to ultimately determine candidacy.