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Nutritional Approach to Neuropathy - Lark Lands [pdf]
One of the most detailed and comprehensive, fully-referenced dietary supplement protocols for HIV-PN known to this site. Note: this is a PDF download
Neuropathy Nutrient Therapies - Lark Lands MD
A concise version of the above.
Neuropathy - disease therapies protocol - Life Extension Foundation
Does not specifically cover HIV-PN, but some interesting points on L-acetylcarnitine research findings
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment - Yngve Bersvendsen
Very interesting discussion of pathology of diabetic PN with extensive advice on use of painkillers and pathology-based dietary supplementation.
Acupuncture and Amitriptyline for Pain Due to HIV-Related Peripheral Neuropathy, JAMA
Results of a 1998 randomized control trial concluding 'neither acupuncture nor amitriptyline was more effective than placebo in relieving pain caused by HIV-related peripheral neuropathy'.
Chinese Medicine and Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, Bob Flaws, Dipl.Ac., CH
'...the Chinese medical descriptions of the pathophysiology of diabetes and AIDS are essentially the same, especially the Chinese description of peripheral neuropathy in both diseases'. Review of study of benefit of Chinese Medicine on PN.
Peripheral Neuropathy Center, Wellness Center
Suggestions on the use of nutrients and herbals.
Research Project:Broad-Spectrum Micronutrient Supplementation in Patients Who Develop Peripheral Neuropathy While Taking Stavudine or Didanosine Antiviral Therapy, John D Kaiser MD
'...the first study to look at high-dose, broad spectrum micronutrient supplementation as an adjunct to medical therapy (for HIV-infected individuals)as opposed to just studying a single nutrient'.