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Is there any help at all for foot numbness in PN

Posted by wascaly @wascaly, Oct 27 9:27am

I’ve had PN several years. I’m not diabetic (amazingly), and I don’t have pain in my feet - just this horrible numbness, mainly in my left foot (sometimes both feet), leading to the fear of falling, AGAIN!

I’m wondering if anyone has found ANYTHING to help. I’ve spent buckets of money on creams, plus I’ve seen all kinds of expensive gadgets advertised on TV. I’m hesitant to buy any of them, since they look like versions of snake oil.

Has anyone had ANY relief from this horrific and DANGEROUS numbness?

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thetillmanthetillman | @thetillmanthetillman | Dec 2 10:16am

James here again in Ireland look iv spent at least 2500 pounds sterling iv bought creams b12 rla tabs tens machines and another items some give some relief but we all know there is no cure I am a very very senior citizen I tell u this most if this is poor blood circulation now I suffer daily but getting 6 or 7 hours sleep is paramount then at least it's easier to get through the next day try a pair of neumatic boots you can buy them for around 75 pounds on line I bought mine for close 2 200 us dollars 3 years ago did nothing for me then I read a nuerolisist report try these for 45 mins to one hour max b 4 bed it works for me no the odd night I still need my ice socks but rarely I mean sit watch the box turn them on they push the blood up to your heart it may not help us though the day cause when we are out we are out and really do much I read years ago when I first hot pn 2019 that we can all find something that may help this works I use mine twice a day once morning once at night we fly to lanzarote tomorrow my boots are going with me you have no need to spend 1000 dollars or more on top end stuff they are for fit athletes try them I tried mine 3 years ago and did not give them enough time twice a day now u may have to check with your health pro as some people with certain conditions cannot use them sorry for long reply james in ireland

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wascaly | @wascaly | Dec 2 3:49pm
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I don't know you, but I felt like I was reading my situation almost identically. Not sure what to say, but it's an odd event to have such a near perfect description.. . hello!

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And it’s right on target!

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Berk | @gba | Dec 2 3:55pm
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@jchet

What is Electric Impulse therapy?

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A much stronger 10's

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jchet | @jchet | Dec 2 5:25pm
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@wascaly

And it’s right on target!

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Did you use the neumatic boots? Did they help you?

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jchet | @jchet | Dec 2 5:26pm
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A much stronger 10's

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Where do you get them? Did they help you?

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amberstar | @amberstar | Dec 2 11:32pm
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@circawdm

We who have numbness sensations or pain or burning etc. in the feet need to do all we can to reduce inflammation in the body and to increase circulation in the legs and feet.

3 yrs. ago I had terrible feet issues from numbness to sharp pains, burning etc. I changed to an anti-inflammatory diet (which means no sugar, caffeine or processed foods or fried foods) - inflammation just irritates the nerves all over the body = and added anti-inflammatory supplements, and importantly, started exercises for the legs and feet that increase circulation. Walking when I can, using an elliptical pedaling device, using vibration pad, etc. It has to be done daily and same with diet and supplements, since they ALL work together to lower inflammation in the body and no "glucose spikes" (sugar spikes) which increase inflammation.

Today, 75-80% of my feet symptoms are gone. I also switched to a much better shoe, with good support, large toe box and soft sides and top. Increasing circulation to the legs and feet daily and eating a low-inflammatory diet are key to preventing old nerves from continuing to die and promoting the growth of new, healthy nerves.

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Hello! I am new here. Your post is the only thing I have ever seen that gave me some hope so thank you. I just bought a recumbent bike so I can get started on that as soon as it arrives. I will google " anti in flammatory" diet and learn more about that. Ihave already cut caffeine out and most refined sugars. I Love coffee so I still drink decaf and I use a creamer that has sugar in it. I would like to learn more from you because I refuse to accept that I just have to live like this for the rest of my life. I want my feet back and if you did it I want to know more. I have one of those vibrating shiatsu foot massagers but I didn't think it was helping soI stopped using it. Is that what you were referring to? How long did it take for you to fix your feet? I will Start with your suggestions right away. Hope to hear from you again. Thank you.

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solobeee1 | @solobeee1 | Dec 3 8:22pm

Lyrica only helps for pain! The Barefoot shoes help me a lot but they are not perfect. Add exercise to the mix & stay as active as possible.

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jchet | @jchet | Dec 4 10:05am
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@jchet

What is Electric Impulse therapy?

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Where do you get it? Is it something your neurologist has to set up for you?

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jchet | @jchet | Dec 4 10:06am
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@jchet

Where do you get it? Is it something your neurologist has to set up for you?

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Also, has anyone else tried it and found it helpful?

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Berk | @gba | Dec 4 3:13pm

Has anyone had success using Intravenous (IV) ALA. Treatment for complete numbness in feet? Thanks!

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