Neuropathy Treatment Guide for the Milwaukee Area

Tingling, burning, numbness, or a tight sock feeling in the feet can point to neuropathy. These symptoms often start small and grow louder at night or during long walks. The sooner you sort out the cause and begin care, the easier it is to protect comfort, balance, and independence.

When to seek medical care

Go to a medical professional without delay if you notice quickly worsening weakness, a new open sore on the foot, fever with spreading redness, sudden loss of bladder or bowel control, or severe back pain with numbness in both legs. If symptoms are uncomfortable but stable, schedule an evaluation this week so you can begin a clear plan.

Where to seek care in Milwaukee

Start with a clinician who can evaluate causes and nerves, then loop in specialists as needed. Use an emergency department for rapidly worsening weakness, signs of infection, or a new foot wound.

Neurology

• Froedtert & MCW Neuroscience Center — 9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee. Adult academic neurology services. 

• Aurora Neuroscience Innovation at St. Luke’s — 2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 680, Milwaukee.

• ProHealth Neuroscience Care — 721 American Ave, Ste 108, Waukesha. Metro option for west-side patients.

Podiatry

• Froedtert Foot & Ankle — Center for Advanced Care — 8900 W Doyne Ave, Milwaukee.

• Aurora Podiatry — 3003 W Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee, and additional metro sites.

Specialized Neuropathy Clinic

• Advantage Neuropathy — New Berlin — 17047 W Greenfield Ave, New Berlin. Serves the Milwaukee metro with a focused neuropathy program and same-week availability.

Primary and urgent care

• Tosa Health Center Urgent Care — 1155 N Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa. Same-day access within the Froedtert system.

Emergency department

• Froedtert Hospital Emergency Department — 900 N 92nd St, Milwaukee. Eastern Wisconsin’s only adult Level I Trauma Center.

Daily life in Milwaukee with neuropathy

Local conditions matter. Winter cold and hidden ice reduce sensation and challenge balance on sidewalks, bridge decks, and shaded side streets. Event days can mean long periods of standing and slow lines that irritate calves and feet. Many jobs in the metro area involve hard floors and long static standing.

Simple adjustments help.

• Wear warm, smooth socks and shoes with secure traction.

• Add cushioned insoles for concrete floors and take short movement breaks.

• Improve lighting in hallways and on stairs, and remove loose rugs at home.

• Keep feet dry and inspect skin daily, especially if you have diabetes.

What a good evaluation includes

You can expect a conversation about your health history and a focused exam. Clinicians check light touch, vibration, temperature sense, and reflexes. They look at strength, gait, and joint motion in the feet, ankles, knees, hips, and lower back. Basic labs often screen for common metabolic causes. Imaging is saved for situations where spinal or nerve root compression is suspected.

Bottom line

Neuropathy is common and manageable. Clear testing, simple daily steps, and steady care help most people feel and function better without guesswork. If you are ready to be evaluated near Milwaukee, Advantage Chiropractic in New Berlin serves the metro area with a focused neuropathy program and practical follow-up.