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Does anyone with peripheral neuropathy do pt? My neurologist prescribed pt but I haven't called to schedule yet. I take lyrica. I have been taking for 2 yrs. I don't have pain but definitely numbness and at night pins and needles in my feet. The neurologist prescribed ropinerole. I just want to be able to walk more confidently. Thanks.

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Hello, @scain,
I sure understand about wanting to walk more confidently! I've had PN for over 20 years - finally diagnosed in 2021. Like you, I take Lyrica (actually the equivalent Pregabalin) plus Tramadol, and also Ropinirole. I was in a wonderful program of physical therapy until January, and then Medicare dropped its reimbursement rate below what my pt/myokinesthetist could accept in order to sustain her practice. So as of this year she has gone to a cash-only payment. I have had to discontinue since I'm on Medicare, and I have noticed a huge difference in my confidence to be mobile. I need to contact my doctor and get another referral (but I liked my therapist so much, I just haven't been motivated to start another search). Both my PCP and neurologist are happy to make a referral - and I know how much the "right" kind of therapy helps. I definitely think you should go for it... and I should follow my own advice! 😉