Different people experience unique symptoms from their specific type of nerve damage. Most people will first notice sensations such as numbness or tingling in the toes or fingers. Other common signs of peripheral nerve damage include burning or freezing sensations, electric-like pain, sensitivity to touch, balance and coordination problems, excessive sweating, or muscle weakness. While the hands and feet are the most commonly affected, other parts of the body can experience these symptoms as well. Though there are many factors that can contribute to peripheral nerve damage, it is often the result of an inherited condition, traumatic injury, metabolic problems, infection, or exposure to toxins.