Balance issues are one of the biggest concerns as my neuropathy continues to progress. I've been retired on permanent disability for almost 10 years now, primarily due to the osteoarthritis in my knees and hips, but also because of the early signs of neuropathy in my feet.
Now, the idiopathic poly neuropathy(my diagnosis) is getting more severe, and walking is becoming harder and harder to do for any length of time. If I choose to try walking for any length of time outdoors, I've been using a walking stick, to maintain my balance, and to give me something to lean on for a few years now.
I occasionally catch myself falling backwards because I can't feel the soles of my feet anymore.