DefinitionPeripheral neuropathy is a problem with the nerves that carry information to and from the brain and spinal cord. This can produce pain, loss of sensation, and an inability to control muscles."Peripheral" means nerves further out from the center of the body, distant from the brain and spinal cord."Neuro" means nerves."Pathy" means abnormal.Alternative NamesPeripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheralCauses, incidence, and risk factorsOne set of peripheral nerves relay information from your central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) to muscles and other organs. A second set relays information from your skin, joints, and other organs back to your brain.Peripheral neuropathy occurs when these nerves don't work properly, resulting in pain, loss of sensation,