I acquired PN in my lower legs [right one is worse with noticeable muscle loss] concurrent with some lumbar stenosis issues. Couldn't or didn't sort them out until it was too late. Not sure if the PN could have been prevented. After the lumbar surgery there was some relief. I could wiggle my toes better, but not as well as with my left foot. The nerve damage was likely due to excess cortisol production, but who knows. I have noticeable leg weakness so I'm screwed that way for the rest of my days. I hope eating more protein can prevent further loss. Poultry is a good source of ornithine which is supposed to be good for muscle buildup. I prefer the small 6 ounce cans of salmon or tuna [wild caught thru Costco] which supplies creatine too.