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Does anyone have both peripheral neuropathy and venous insufficiency?
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I am a Type 2 diabetic. The PN is what me diagnosed in 1991. Two years ago I had the first bone on my right big toe amputated. Both before and after the surgery, I have had several doctors tell me. I should wear compression socks. Since the surgery, I have also been getting foot cramps. I have been wearing Otho shoes and slippers with taylored inserts for them. I had bought a bunch of Compression socks a few years ago when I first complained about the cramps. I don't like wearing them because they are hard to put on and take off. Two weeks ago I had an appointment with a neurologist and he suggested I wear compression socks. I have started wearing them and since then the cramps have gone away. Several have mentioned vein problems. I use the Duluth Trading Company Compression socks and I have had no more cramps! I still don't like them because it takes me from ten to twenty minutes to put them on.
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@rollingf I am liking my new "aerolite" compression socks from Wellow for summer. The compression is 18/25 and that seems close enough for me to the 20/30 the doc said to get. They have lots of toe room and are very soft.....a bit on the longer side than my short legs need, but I adjust. All socks seem expensive, and these run around $30.
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I used to have trouble putting on my compression socks. I goggled a video that showed me an easier way to put them on. I'll try and describe the method I use. I hold one of them with my thumbs on the inside with both hands and fold about 2/3's of the sock down to the outside. I place my foot in the half sock securely keeping the fold in the doubled position. After I get my foot in all the way I gradually pull up the half of the sock that was doubled over. I only need to use 10 - 15 units of compression. That makes it easier but I can still do it with higher compression. I can't walk well without compression socks and sneakers on but keep them on from the time I get up until the time I go to sleep. Core-spun by Thermafirm have been the most comfortable sock for me. You need to measure very carefully around your calf to get the correct size. Hope this helps.