I am an 81 year old male with non diabetic neuropathy. I think it is from agent orange from combat in Vietnam. The neuropathy started to manifest itself in my late 60s. When I wear close toed shoes for any length of time my feet “burn” pretty badly. I like to play golf and that’s when that “burning” sensation really manifests itself. Does anyone have suggestions on good golf shoes and socks to wear to minimize the neuropathy pain. Also would like any suggestions on good walking shoes for my neuropathy condition. Mahalo for any suggestions. Aloha😀🌈
Yes, same. I play golf & have some women’s Skechers Go Golf water repellent, wide toe box shoes. I bought 1 size too large & they are working great. I just wear ankle padded socks. Hope this helps.
I am an 81 year old male with non diabetic neuropathy. I think it is from agent orange from combat in Vietnam. The neuropathy started to manifest itself in my late 60s. When I wear close toed shoes for any length of time my feet “burn” pretty badly. I like to play golf and that’s when that “burning” sensation really manifests itself. Does anyone have suggestions on good golf shoes and socks to wear to minimize the neuropathy pain. Also would like any suggestions on good walking shoes for my neuropathy condition. Mahalo for any suggestions. Aloha😀🌈
I’m 82 and got Neuropathy from Chemotherapy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer.
I lived! BUT Neuropathy has now taken over my life. I HAVE TO USE A WALKER and/or Cain to Walk My HANDS are VERY STIFF! Very Hard to eat or do almost anything. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Was very active before. Very GLAD to have my Life. I’ve tried Chiropractic. Acupuncture. Massage. Red Light Therapy. Pills. HELP!
I’m 82 and got Neuropathy from Chemotherapy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer.
I lived! BUT Neuropathy has now taken over my life. I HAVE TO USE A WALKER and/or Cain to Walk My HANDS are VERY STIFF! Very Hard to eat or do almost anything. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Was very active before. Very GLAD to have my Life. I’ve tried Chiropractic. Acupuncture. Massage. Red Light Therapy. Pills. HELP!
Welcome @3740, I'm almost 82 (next month) and I also have neuropathy. My hands are pretty stiff at times but warming them up helps a lot along with some arthritis creme or Voltaren gel. Since you mentioned your neuropathy is from chemotherapy I thought you might be interested in reading what other members have shared in this discussion:
-- Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/chemotherapy-induced-neuropathy/
If you aren't familiar with the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy, it has a lot of helpful information in navigating this terrible condition - https://www.foundationforpn.org/living-well/. You might also find the webinar they had on Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy helpful - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNkDf9ezXFo.
What's the most difficult symptom for you to manage?
I’m 82 and got Neuropathy from Chemotherapy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer. November 2022 Started Radiation then Chemotherapy the KEYTRUDA. ALL ended about June 2023. I LIVED! So from June 2023 till NOW.
BUT Neuropathy has now taken over my life. I HAVE TO USE A WALKER and/or Cain to Walk My HANDS are VERY STIFF! Very Hard to eat or do almost anything. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Was very active before. Very GLAD to have my Life. I’ve tried Chiropractic. Acupuncture. Massage. Red Light Therapy. Pills.
I’m 82 and got Neuropathy from Chemotherapy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer. November 2022 Started Radiation then Chemotherapy the KEYTRUDA. ALL ended about June 2023. I LIVED! So from June 2023 till NOW.
BUT Neuropathy has now taken over my life. I HAVE TO USE A WALKER and/or Cain to Walk My HANDS are VERY STIFF! Very Hard to eat or do almost anything. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Was very active before. Very GLAD to have my Life. I’ve tried Chiropractic. Acupuncture. Massage. Red Light Therapy. Pills.
Hello @3740, You haven't mentioned Physical or Occupational Therapy -- have you been referred? Both have been indescribably valuable to me, helping me find solutions to care for myself, alleviate some of the pain, and find hope for being able to control bettering my physical wellbeing in order to stay independent. I definitely struggle with fatigue and energy issues, but the ability to live in my own home is worth any inconvenience of the use of a cane or walker. Please continue to ask, seek, and try the options that are available to help you to overcome the disabling effects of your neuropathy.
I am an 81 year old male with non diabetic neuropathy. I think it is from agent orange from combat in Vietnam. The neuropathy started to manifest itself in my late 60s. When I wear close toed shoes for any length of time my feet “burn” pretty badly. I like to play golf and that’s when that “burning” sensation really manifests itself. Does anyone have suggestions on good golf shoes and socks to wear to minimize the neuropathy pain. Also would like any suggestions on good walking shoes for my neuropathy condition. Mahalo for any suggestions. Aloha😀🌈
Hi, as a fellow golfer with PN (non-diabetic) for 16 years, I cannot keep even sandals on due to burning feet. anything touching the soles drives me nuts, particularly if the ambient temperature is over 20C (68F), which it often is here in South Africa. As a league player, my club captain managed to get special permission from our provincial golf union for me to play barefoot after providing a letter from my neurologist. He also requested that I be allowed to always play with a golf cart as standing also exacerbates the problem. I mostly try and play in the early morning when it's cooler, but after 10am I bring our a large block of ice to put my feet on whilst my golfing partner drives the cart from shot to shot. I have found everyone to be most sympathetic. Don't let PN defeat you!
Same with me. It's at the end of a nights sleep that my legs from shins to toes are worse so I get up. Then I can proceed and go on with my day. 73 yrs young!
I am your age and have the same thing. About 4 am my legs feel like a ton of bricks. So I get up and they feel a little better. I just get up its still dark, and read on my ipad.
I've had this burning in my feet and legs since 2001 to 2016 working from a latter 8to10hrs a day, now I feel like I'm always up on the latter, even when I'm on the ground.
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Yes, same. I play golf & have some women’s Skechers Go Golf water repellent, wide toe box shoes. I bought 1 size too large & they are working great. I just wear ankle padded socks. Hope this helps.
They make golf sandals…open toed…maybe that would help…google it.
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I’m 82 and got Neuropathy from Chemotherapy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer.
I lived! BUT Neuropathy has now taken over my life. I HAVE TO USE A WALKER and/or Cain to Walk My HANDS are VERY STIFF! Very Hard to eat or do almost anything. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Was very active before. Very GLAD to have my Life. I’ve tried Chiropractic. Acupuncture. Massage. Red Light Therapy. Pills. HELP!
Welcome @3740, I'm almost 82 (next month) and I also have neuropathy. My hands are pretty stiff at times but warming them up helps a lot along with some arthritis creme or Voltaren gel. Since you mentioned your neuropathy is from chemotherapy I thought you might be interested in reading what other members have shared in this discussion:
-- Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/chemotherapy-induced-neuropathy/
If you aren't familiar with the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy, it has a lot of helpful information in navigating this terrible condition - https://www.foundationforpn.org/living-well/. You might also find the webinar they had on Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy helpful - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNkDf9ezXFo.
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3 ReactionsI’m 82 and got Neuropathy from Chemotherapy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer. November 2022 Started Radiation then Chemotherapy the KEYTRUDA. ALL ended about June 2023. I LIVED! So from June 2023 till NOW.
BUT Neuropathy has now taken over my life. I HAVE TO USE A WALKER and/or Cain to Walk My HANDS are VERY STIFF! Very Hard to eat or do almost anything. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Was very active before. Very GLAD to have my Life. I’ve tried Chiropractic. Acupuncture. Massage. Red Light Therapy. Pills.
Hello @3740, You haven't mentioned Physical or Occupational Therapy -- have you been referred? Both have been indescribably valuable to me, helping me find solutions to care for myself, alleviate some of the pain, and find hope for being able to control bettering my physical wellbeing in order to stay independent. I definitely struggle with fatigue and energy issues, but the ability to live in my own home is worth any inconvenience of the use of a cane or walker. Please continue to ask, seek, and try the options that are available to help you to overcome the disabling effects of your neuropathy.
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1 ReactionHi, as a fellow golfer with PN (non-diabetic) for 16 years, I cannot keep even sandals on due to burning feet. anything touching the soles drives me nuts, particularly if the ambient temperature is over 20C (68F), which it often is here in South Africa. As a league player, my club captain managed to get special permission from our provincial golf union for me to play barefoot after providing a letter from my neurologist. He also requested that I be allowed to always play with a golf cart as standing also exacerbates the problem. I mostly try and play in the early morning when it's cooler, but after 10am I bring our a large block of ice to put my feet on whilst my golfing partner drives the cart from shot to shot. I have found everyone to be most sympathetic. Don't let PN defeat you!
I am your age and have the same thing. About 4 am my legs feel like a ton of bricks. So I get up and they feel a little better. I just get up its still dark, and read on my ipad.
I've had this burning in my feet and legs since 2001 to 2016 working from a latter 8to10hrs a day, now I feel like I'm always up on the latter, even when I'm on the ground.
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