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I moved your discussion and combined it with an existing discussion titled:
"Driving with Numb Feet."
- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/driving-with-numb-feet-f/
Although it is a lengthy discussion, it has many members who shared their experiences with driving issues and neuropathy. @rivermaya34, @davidpn, @johnbishop and @rkjb1951 all shared their frustrations and what they have tried in regards to driving and their neuropathy.
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Thank you so much. Sorry to have posted in the wrong place & I do appreciate your correction.
I have found barefoot or "zero-drop" shoes help. They have a relatively thin sole, wide toe box with soft uppers and no heel. The theory is they mimic walking barefoot and force you to use the muscles in your feet - waking them up a bit. I still have numbness but it has improved a bit and my balance is better.
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When my feet be a e so numb and Icouldnt feel the brake pedal or the gas pedal,I had to install hand controls in my car at a cost of 5K.
The thought of me not being able to remain independent killed me.
Having to ask someone for a ride to get my hair done or my nails done was stressing me out.
I’m so happy I can get up and drive to my appts whenever I need to.