John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Nov 5 1:54pm
Hello @japanjim, Actually there are quite a few discussions and comments by members on using Transcutaneous Electronic Nerve Stimulation (TENS) devices for peripheral neuropathy. Here's a search of Connect if you want to scan through the comments and discussions while you wait for other members to respond - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/.
Early on after my diagnosis, I tried a Zopec DT-1200 to see if it would help with my PN numbness but after a few months use, I gave up on it as it didn't help at all for me. I only have numbness with my PN so can't speak for it helping with pain.
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There is a machine from Israel, at least that’s where it was when I purchased it years ago and it works. Name is pain shield. Look it up online and you might be able to purchase it. Works for me that’s all I can say.
I purchased an Oxiline tens unit online and have been using it since April. It does seem to decrease the tingling after using it. It isn't a cure, but I think it may stimulate the nerves enough to keep them from deteriorating. The best relief is to walk around the house in flip-flops or barefooted. Sitting for longer than an hour is not good. Get up and walk for a minute or two every hour. That helps a lot. Oh! If you have to make a pit-stop during the night, use the bathroom that's the farthest from the bed and get in a small walk. You'll get back to sleep.
I purchased an Oxiline tens unit online and have been using it since April. It does seem to decrease the tingling after using it. It isn't a cure, but I think it may stimulate the nerves enough to keep them from deteriorating. The best relief is to walk around the house in flip-flops or barefooted. Sitting for longer than an hour is not good. Get up and walk for a minute or two every hour. That helps a lot. Oh! If you have to make a pit-stop during the night, use the bathroom that's the farthest from the bed and get in a small walk. You'll get back to sleep.
I purchased an Oxiline tens unit online and have been using it since April. It does seem to decrease the tingling after using it. It isn't a cure, but I think it may stimulate the nerves enough to keep them from deteriorating. The best relief is to walk around the house in flip-flops or barefooted. Sitting for longer than an hour is not good. Get up and walk for a minute or two every hour. That helps a lot. Oh! If you have to make a pit-stop during the night, use the bathroom that's the farthest from the bed and get in a small walk. You'll get back to sleep.
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If given my choice I will be on the computer or watching TV all day. I am losing muscle mass, and my balance is compromised. I have an Alexa machine all I need to-do is set it for time periods to remind me to get up and walk or exercise. Oh, well maybe tomorrow.
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If given my choice I will be on the computer or watching TV all day. I am losing muscle mass, and my balance is compromised. I have an Alexa machine all I need to-do is set it for time periods to remind me to get up and walk or exercise. Oh, well maybe tomorrow.
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Now you’re talkin’. “Sherman, set the Wayback machine for 1962 and let’s do the Hully Gully for five minutes ever hour.”
“Yes, Mr. Peabody.”
Keep those feet moving…
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Hello @japanjim, Actually there are quite a few discussions and comments by members on using Transcutaneous Electronic Nerve Stimulation (TENS) devices for peripheral neuropathy. Here's a search of Connect if you want to scan through the comments and discussions while you wait for other members to respond - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/.
Early on after my diagnosis, I tried a Zopec DT-1200 to see if it would help with my PN numbness but after a few months use, I gave up on it as it didn't help at all for me. I only have numbness with my PN so can't speak for it helping with pain.
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There is a machine from Israel, at least that’s where it was when I purchased it years ago and it works. Name is pain shield. Look it up online and you might be able to purchase it. Works for me that’s all I can say.
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1 ReactionYou wrote that "does not work," and "it works," and "works or me." Please clarify
@japanjim the pain shield works for me not the tens
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2 Reactions@mjcmjc Thank you.
I purchased an Oxiline tens unit online and have been using it since April. It does seem to decrease the tingling after using it. It isn't a cure, but I think it may stimulate the nerves enough to keep them from deteriorating. The best relief is to walk around the house in flip-flops or barefooted. Sitting for longer than an hour is not good. Get up and walk for a minute or two every hour. That helps a lot. Oh! If you have to make a pit-stop during the night, use the bathroom that's the farthest from the bed and get in a small walk. You'll get back to sleep.
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5 Reactions@willgranger1127 Same here with sitting. I have to remind - or force - myself to keep getting up.
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2 ReactionsMy feet will start to swell some when sitting. The toeless compression socks solve that.
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If given my choice I will be on the computer or watching TV all day. I am losing muscle mass, and my balance is compromised. I have an Alexa machine all I need to-do is set it for time periods to remind me to get up and walk or exercise. Oh, well maybe tomorrow.
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1 ReactionSaj,
Now you’re talkin’. “Sherman, set the Wayback machine for 1962 and let’s do the Hully Gully for five minutes ever hour.”
“Yes, Mr. Peabody.”
Keep those feet moving…
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