What sort of idiopathic PN do you have, @ohkay2? Mine is chronic idiopathic large-fiber axonal polyneuropathy, a real mouthful! The only time my PN gives me pain is when I fall (which, luckily, I haven't done very often). I suppose I might be persuaded to call my PN the "better" PN. I've shied away from calling it that because unsteadiness when I'm trying to go about ain't no bed o' roses, either. Poor balance can sure mess with trying to live a life full-out! It can make good times all yesteryear's good times, and that can be downright depressing. // Here's wishing you the best, @ohkay2! ––Ray (@ray666)