Night neuropathy pain

Posted by waters @waters, Mar 4 9:58am

I have had neuropathy for 2 years neuropathy Dr did nothing. My main dr just tried pain pills and the two never worked at night terriable pain in feet and legs have to get up rub them and wait about a hour sleep fir 2 up again. Day no pain but buring in bottom of feet. Anyone have any ideas? Im 75 on methotrexate for Ra for 15 years.

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mrmacabre | @mrmacabre | May 26 1:55pm

In reply to @botterd "The neuropathy in my feet in node making it hard to sleep. The buzzing is non..." + (show)

Try sleeping in a recliner with your feet elevated.

botterd | @botterd | May 26 3:38pm

In reply to @mrmacabre "Try sleeping in a recliner with your feet elevated." + (show)

@mrmacabre interesting. I have a bed where i can raise the feet. I'll try that tonight. Thanks.

Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | May 26 5:34pm

In reply to @botterd "The neuropathy in my feet in node making it hard to sleep. The buzzing is non..." + (show)

Hello @botterd,

I combined your discussion with an existing discussion titled:

"Night neuropathy pain"
- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/night-neuropathy-pain/

This discussion was started by @waters who experienced symptoms very similar to yours. @lynfrommn also shared their experience as well as others.

You may also find the following discussion worth reading through as well:

"Neuropathy Pain at Night: What helps?"
- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/night-pain-2/

sas1413 | @sas1413 | May 27 8:19am

In reply to @botterd "The neuropathy in my feet in node making it hard to sleep. The buzzing is non..." + (show)

@botterd I feel your pain. Lidocaine helps for a bit. I started using magnesium cream with arnica and it helps me go back to sleep and relax . Some have had good results with acupuncture… some not.
Good luck!

John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 27 8:58am

In reply to @sas1413 "@botterd I feel your pain. Lidocaine helps for a bit. I started using magnesium cream with..." + (show)

Welcome @sas1413, Thanks for sharing what helps you get back to sleep and relax. It sounds like you also have neuropathy pain at night. Is that what brought you to Mayo Clinic Connect?

cathylil | @cathylil | May 27 12:09pm

Benadryl helps me sleep...

arcuri24 | @arcuri24 | May 27 12:09pm

In reply to @botterd "The neuropathy in my feet in node making it hard to sleep. The buzzing is non..." + (show)

@botterd

Tylenol is not so effective with nerve-related pain. Are you taking Alpha Lipoic Acid. I take 600 mg per day. I have used OTC Lidocaine with Blue Emu and it sometimes helps. My dentist claims he got relief from back pain with acupuncture but he is still dealing with neuropathy. He says drinking some warm water with Himalayan pink salt helps. Taking magnesium glycinate an hour before going to bed may help your body to relax and get better sleep. Good luck.

botterd | @botterd | May 27 2:56pm

Yes I am taking ALA. I have to be careful with magnesium since it can cause diarrhea and I had 3 months of that during my chemo. The Tylenol seems to help me. Everyone responds differently.

sas1413 | @sas1413 | May 27 4:29pm

In reply to @johnbishop "Welcome @sas1413, Thanks for sharing what helps you get back to sleep and relax. It sounds..." + (show)

@johnbishop
Yes it is. I’ve had it for about 12 years. … no fun. I keep trying different things most of which don’t help… Watch out for ad’s claiming something that helps…It may for a few hours but nothing long term.
Good luck!

arnold12 | @arnold12 | May 27 9:44pm

Keep your legs an feet warm at night. Heat does a lot to ease spasms and nerve pain.

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