Neuropathy · Clearwater, FL
Neuropathy Treatment in Clearwater, FL
Drug-free acupuncture and ATP Resonance BioTherapy™ for diabetic and chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy — a first-line non-pharmacologic option backed by ASCO, SIO, and the CDC.
A calm, coordinated approach
Burning, tingling, numbness, or sharp shooting pain in your feet or hands — peripheral neuropathy quietly rewrites your life. Gabapentin and duloxetine reduce the signal but don't heal the nerve, and many patients trade burning pain for grogginess, weight gain, or brain fog.
At Acupuncture of West Florida in Clearwater, Dr. Kim Windschauer, AP, treats peripheral neuropathy with a coordinated protocol of acupuncture and ATP Resonance BioTherapy™ — a frequency-specific microcurrent therapy that supports nerve repair and circulation. It's a first-line non-pharmacologic option endorsed by ASCO, SIO, and aligned with CDC and FDA opioid-alternative guidance.
Straight answers
The questions patients ask us first
Can acupuncture actually help neuropathy, or just mask it?
It works on the nerve itself, not only the pain signal. Randomized trials in diabetic and chemo-induced neuropathy show improved nerve conduction velocity alongside lower pain scores — which is why ASCO and the Society for Integrative Oncology list acupuncture as a recommended non-pharmacologic option for CIPN.
How many sessions before I notice anything?
Most patients notice a change — less night burning, more sensation, steadier footing — within 4–6 sessions. Long-standing diabetic neuropathy or CIPN usually needs 8–12 sessions for durable results. Dr. Kim gives you a written session count and cost estimate at the consultation, not an open-ended plan.
What does it cost, and do you take insurance?
We're a self-pay clinic, so there's no insurance surprise billing. You get a superbill many plans reimburse out-of-network, and HSA/FSA cards are accepted. Neuropathy series pricing is quoted up front at your consultation.
Do I have to stop gabapentin, Lyrica, or my pain medication?
No. Medication changes are your prescriber's call, never ours. Many patients need less over time as symptoms improve, and we're glad to coordinate with your physician or oncology team.
Does it hurt when your feet are already this sensitive?
Needles are hair-thin — roughly 40x thinner than a blood-draw needle — and for sensitive feet Dr. Kim uses distal points away from the painful area plus ATP Resonance BioTherapy™, which you feel as nothing more than gentle warmth.
Is neuropathy from chemo treated differently than diabetic neuropathy?
Yes. CIPN protocols prioritize nerve recovery timing around your infusion schedule and coordinate with your oncology team (Moffitt, AdventHealth, BayCare, Florida Cancer Specialists). Diabetic neuropathy protocols add circulation and blood-sugar support to slow further nerve damage.
What we treat
Neuropathy symptoms we treat
- Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (feet, hands, calves)
- Chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN)
- Burning, tingling, or 'pins and needles'
- Numbness or loss of sensation in feet or hands
- Sharp shooting nerve pain
- Balance loss and unsteadiness from nerve damage
Why us
Why patients in Clearwater choose us
- 10+ years treating diabetic and chemo-induced neuropathy in the Clearwater–Tampa Bay area.
- Combined acupuncture + ATP Resonance BioTherapy™ protocol — not just needles.
- Oncology-aware: we coordinate with Moffitt, AdventHealth, BayCare, and Florida Cancer Specialists on CIPN cases.
- Evidence-based approach guided by ASCO, SIO, NCCIH, and CDC guidance.
- Honest treatment plans with measurable progress tracked session by session.
Our approach
How treatment works
Acupuncture
Targeted point selection to support nerve conduction, circulation, and pain modulation in the affected limbs.
ATP Resonance BioTherapy™
Frequency-specific microcurrent that stimulates cellular ATP production and supports nerve regeneration.
Herbal & lifestyle support
Herbal medicine, blood-sugar guidance, and circulation support to address root drivers of nerve damage.
Progress tracking
Symptom scores, sensation testing, and function tracked at every visit — we adjust until you feel change.
The research
Evidence & guidelines
ASCO and the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) recommend acupuncture as a non-pharmacologic option for chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy. Randomized trials show improved nerve conduction velocity and reduced pain scores in both diabetic and chemo-induced neuropathy. Aligned with CDC and FDA opioid-alternative guidance.
Areas we serve
Serving West Florida
Patients travel to our Clearwater clinic from across Pinellas County and the Tampa Bay region, including:
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get neuropathy treatment near me in Clearwater?+
Acupuncture of West Florida in Clearwater specializes in drug-free peripheral neuropathy care. Patients travel from Safety Harbor, Dunedin, Largo, Palm Harbor, St. Petersburg, and Tampa for our combined acupuncture + ATP Resonance BioTherapy™ protocol.
Can neuropathy really be treated without medication?+
Yes for many patients. Gabapentin, pregabalin, and duloxetine reduce pain signals but do not heal the nerve. Randomized trials and ASCO–SIO guidelines support acupuncture as a first-line non-pharmacologic option — it can measurably improve nerve conduction velocity, not just mask the pain.
How long before I feel a difference?+
Most neuropathy patients feel a measurable change within 4–6 sessions. Chronic diabetic neuropathy and chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) typically need 8–12 sessions for durable results. Dr. Kim gives you an honest estimate at your consultation.
Do you treat chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN)?+
Yes — this is one of our core specialties. ASCO and the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) endorse acupuncture for CIPN. We coordinate with oncology teams at Moffitt, AdventHealth, BayCare, and Florida Cancer Specialists.
Do you accept insurance or HSA/FSA?+
We don't take insurance — we're self-pay — but we provide a superbill that some insurance providers will accept for reimbursement. HSA and FSA are accepted. We offer package pricing for patients doing a full neuropathy series.
Ready to feel better?
Book a consultation with Dr. Kim Windschauer, AP.
Book Consultation 727-490-6060Visit the clinic
3001 Executive Drive, Suite 150
Clearwater, FL 33762
Mon–Fri · By appointment
Your next step
What happens when you reach out
Consultation
Talk with Dr. Kim about your symptoms, medications, and what you've already tried. No commitment — you leave knowing whether this protocol fits your case.
Book the consultFull evaluation & first treatment
A 60-minute intake with sensation, reflex, balance, and gait testing, your first treatment the same visit, and a written plan with session count, milestones, and cost.
Call 727-490-6060Tracked progress, not guesswork
Symptom scores and sensation testing at every visit. If the numbers aren't moving, we change the plan — and we tell you honestly if acupuncture isn't the right tool for your case.
Read the condition guideReady to feel better — naturally?
Book a consultation with Dr. Kim Windschauer, AP. We'll listen to what's going on and tell you honestly whether acupuncture can help.
Ready to treat neuropathy without another prescription?
Book a consultation with Dr. Kim to find out if our neuropathy protocol is right for you.