I’m Dr. Chad Walding, a physical therapist with over ten years of experience helping seniors manage pain and mobility issues. Early in my career, I thought nerve damage was permanent and that treatments only masked pain with significant side effects. That perspective shifted when I discovered a natural, powerful approach centered around magnesium.

Chronic inflammation is often the root cause of nerve pain. It irritates nerves, causing sharp pain, tingling, and numbness. Conventional treatments tend to focus on symptom relief rather than addressing this underlying issue. Magnesium plays a crucial role by supporting nerve and muscle function, reducing inflammation, and regulating heart rhythm and blood pressure. It helps calm overactive nerves, ease muscle tension, and improve sleep and mobility. Remarkably, a 2011 study found that magnesium may even promote nerve regeneration—a significant breakthrough for chronic nerve pain sufferers.

Despite its benefits, about 70% of adults—especially those over 50—are deficient in magnesium. Aging decreases the body’s ability to absorb magnesium, and common medications can further deplete it. Moreover, soil depletion means dietary sources may no longer provide enough of this vital mineral.

One of the best options is marine magnesium, a natural form that combats inflammation and supports nerve health while delivering trace minerals important for overall wellness. For anyone over 50 struggling with nerve pain, muscle cramps, or fatigue, magnesium might be the missing piece. It works on the root cause, not just the symptoms, offering a pathway to lasting relief and improved quality of life.