Neuropathy treatments: How to avoid scams?

I see that some of you are working with a pain management clinic and wondering if they every talked about Lyrica? I have been on it for over 1 yr. and yes, some people do experience side effects but the only one that I am sure about is weight gain. I think it is specifically to treat nerve pain so unlike tramadol, etc. this wouldn't work for a broken bone type pain. I am interested to know if you have heard about Lyrica or tried it. Thanks. Signed a fellow foot and leg PN sufferer.

Hi @scain, There are actually quite a few members who have experience with Lyrica. Here's a link to all of the discussions and comments shared by members - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/discussions/.

What is the best to eliminate foot and toe numbness of Neuroparhy?

I am new to this forum although I have been suffering with peripheral neuropathy for 2 years (none diabetic). Like most sufferers I have searched endlessly to find supplements that provide some relief and a possible cure. My search has proved how impossible this quest is and so expensive due to misleading adverts and down right scams.What would be really helpful if members posted their experiences with supplements they’ve tried , which were useless/helpful or obvious scams. I am sure there must be some helpful supplements out there and we would all benefit if these were posted on this forum.

Has anyone tried Arialief for neuropathy and what were the results. I have had neuropathy for five years and now I have severe numbness and tingling in my hands and feet and I am unable to walk without a walker. So far there is nothing, from what I can see, that actually helps this condition. I am not dealing with the pain anymore but this condition is mentally, physically and emotionally troubling! I saw this pill advertised on Facebook and I refuse to fall for all the scams that are out there taking advantage of all our sufferings. I hope I can hear back from some of you regarding this. Thanks

Has anyone tried Arialief for neuropathy and what were the results. I have had neuropathy for five years and now I have severe numbness and tingling in my hands and feet and I am unable to walk without a walker. So far there is nothing, from what I can see, that actually helps this condition. I am not dealing with the pain anymore but this condition is mentally, physically and emotionally troubling! I saw this pill advertised on Facebook and I refuse to fall for all the scams that are out there taking advantage of all our sufferings. I hope I can hear back from some of you regarding this. Thanks

I see that some of you are working with a pain management clinic and wondering if they every talked about Lyrica? I have been on it for over 1 yr. and yes, some people do experience side effects but the only one that I am sure about is weight gain. I think it is specifically to treat nerve pain so unlike tramadol, etc. this wouldn't work for a broken bone type pain. I am interested to know if you have heard about Lyrica or tried it. Thanks. Signed a fellow foot and leg PN sufferer.

Hi @tessie63, You will notice that we moved your post into an existing discussion where all of these "miracle" cure neuropathy pills are being discussed. You might want to click the link below to take you to the top of the discussion:
-- Neuropathy pills: How to avoid scams?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-pill/
One thing I observed which always raises a red flag for me that it's all marketing hype is that when you do a search on the product, there are multiple different sites that claim to be the "official product website".

I would just stick with reliable information on different treatments, therapies and supplements that have shown to help neuropathy. You can find more information on them on the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy site here - https://www.foundationforpn.org/therapies/.