Exercise

• According to the article "Neuropathic Pain" on the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health's website, exercise can treat some of the symptoms of neuropathy by increasing muscle tone, lessening pain and increasing the range of motion lost by the chronic experience of pain. If you wish to use exercise to treat your neuropathic pain, first be thoroughly examined by a medical doctor to ensure your pain is not related to another illness or condition. Then ask your doctor to recommend a physical therapist or occupational therapist who will administer a series of exercises especially designed to help treat your pain.
  
  

Desensitization

• Another technique used to treat neuropathic pain is the development of desensitization. For many suffering with neuropathy, their nerve endings intensify sensations that would normally be pleasant or, at least, without pain, such as sliding into bed, wearing clothes or taking a shower. Desensitization works by gradually building up your tolerance to sensations and textures by touching your skin with light materials and building up to heavier, more coarse materials.
  
  

Additional Treatments

• There are also medications that can help treat neuropathic pain. Tricyclic antidepressants have been shown to ease neuropathy as well as sleep disturbances brought about by the condition. In addition, your physician may prescribe you the "pain patches" Lidocaine or Mexitil. Seeking the help of a psychotherapist or counselor can also help you deal with the stresses and feelings of hopelessness that come with experiencing chronic pain.