@patriciaschulz1950
I have neuropathy in my feet and piriformis syndrome. I use a lot of lidocaine lotion and wear thin, loose-weave, stretchable diabetic socks I get from Walgreens. I also have comfortable Sketchers Cozy Fit sneakers. I take Lyrica and Tizanadine (muscle relaxer), (Topiramate for when it's really bad--but sparingly because it tends to really numb-up my feet and lower legs), a R-Alpha-lipoic Acid + Turmeric supplement. Also I take L-Carnatine, and Beet Chewy supplement for blood flow. I also take Ibuprofen, and Tylenol/Painquil sometimes. Sometimes I use Dr. Shoals shoe insert pads. It's really bad when it's cold and rainy or with the barometer lowering. Sometimes I have to put a 2nd pair of loose warm socks over my socks, or put my feet under the electric blanket. I recently got shoes with custom made orthotic inserts. The verdict's still out for me on that. I have a pain management specialist and a foot specialist to help me manage. I have gotten cortisone injections in my piriformis (rear-end) and SI joint (hip) which helped a lot with that neurological (sciatic-type) pain. My foot specialist said she may give me cortisone injections around my toes if the orthotic shoes don't reduce my toe/foot pain enough. You're not alone. It's a very challenging condition which requires much care. I have been living with this over 1 year now and still figuring things out, but managing. Hope this helps.
Best wishes.
D.T. Johnson