Has anyone found a treatment that helps with peripheral neuropathy?

Posted by bigjohnscho @bigjohnscho, Jul 1, 2025

I suspect that everyone on this forum has been searching for a medication that helps their neuropathy and even though you no that all the internet claims are false we continue to waste hundreds of pounds. Desperation is a powerful force. Has any one been fortunate enough to find a genuine treatment. I just can’t believe that there are so many awful people who prey on our vulnerability and knowingly orchestrate such elaborate scams.

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@kekimmel
If you don't mind me asking, what type neuropathy do you have and what percentage of relief does it provide?

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@chandria40 peripheral neuropathy along with drop foot and it gives me I would say most of the 75% relief I have been able to sleep through the night without waking up with pain I do it in the morning and before bed I also rub frankincense balm on my feet and calf. This has worked great for me. But nerves are a funny thing what works for me might not for you but this place I bought my red light mat from guarantees that if you don’t show any improvement within, I think it’s 90 days you get to return it and get your money back. These are the only things that I will try are things you can get your money back if they don’t work or things that insurance covers. I have found if they don’t guarantee their stuff it’s a scam to get your money. I have had the neuropathy for at least 20 years now have tried a lot of things to keep it from progressing anymore. I fell on ice back in my mid 30s. I am 71 now. Good luck in finding something that works for you.

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@kekimmel
Thank you. Can you please share where you purchased your light and the full price.

If you would like to DM me that's fine as well.

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@chandria40
I am also interested please let me know the make and model number as well

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There is no magic bullet because everyone has a different reason for their neuropathy. You’re just going to have to try different things until you figure it out. For me it was a combination of things. I have male absorption digestive problems. So what worked for me was additional B12 supplementation and then adding HEME iron to that. Additionally I had to get a handle on insulin resistance because strangely enough my glucose not being controlled was adding complications. I had a lifetime of being misdiagnosed and I’ve always had to be responsible for finding my own solutions.. I suggest you start trying to figure out the reason for the neuropathy which goes down the rabbit hole of Spine compression referring problems with the nerves to your legs, malabsorption keeping your nerves from being adequately, healthy, and needing benefiting by supplementation. That is why only some people get relief from the supplements because only some people really need them. We can’t know whether or where you fall in the reason for your neuropathy. Exercise is an important aspect of keeping the symptoms in control.

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@jamessaxo
I am envious for sure. I have had a nerve irritation problem due to a dermatologist's removal of a lesion on my shin that turned out not to be cancerous. This took place 7 months ago but my neurologist said that nerves heal very slowly so I may have to be patient and wait a long time to get full healing. I also have neuropathy due to my celiac disease which I am managing. I must have a mild case or else my vitamin intake is helping me along. Most times I can ignore the neuropathy but I do miss more vigorous exercise like taking long walks. I do stretching and free weights but am careful about using my left shin. So I limit tai chi plies and karate kicks. You mentioned methyl cobalamin which I take but do agree that food intake is the best way to get vitamin benefits. I was found deficient in vitamin D so have now doubled my intake and will get tested again to see if I am now in normal range.

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Arcuri
Its good you found out about vitamin D. I started D as a supplement in
my 60 tees to make up for old skin that has little cholecalciferol oil
which makes D. Who can afford salmon twice a week.
I learned last week that B12 was abundant in fresh water until local bodys
treated it. It is blown off soil. That dust on our cars windscreen is blown
soil containing B12( cobalamin).
Vitamin C grows nerves. Vitamin B12 coats them with essential insulation.
Alcohol stops absorption. In am 83.5 , no joint pain. Go for it.

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Arcuri
Its good you found out about vitamin D. I started D as a supplement in
my 60 tees to make up for old skin that has little cholecalciferol oil
which makes D. Who can afford salmon twice a week.
I learned last week that B12 was abundant in fresh water until local bodys
treated it. It is blown off soil. That dust on our cars windscreen is blown
soil containing B12( cobalamin).
Vitamin C grows nerves. Vitamin B12 coats them with essential insulation.
Alcohol stops absorption. In am 83.5 , no joint pain. Go for it.

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@jamessaxo
Thanks for your info. I am taking 2000 units of D along with Vitamin K which they say helps direct the D to our bones. I do try to eat salmon (wild caught) two times per week. I also like halibut which is healthful as well. I am also on daily regimen of C, B12 and zinc. The nerve pain on my shave biopsy has diminished. I also find that staying in sneakers helps reduce back aches. I do not drink alcohol at all. I am ten years younger than you but hope that I, too, will have little joint pain ongoing. One added suggestion on keeping healthy joints is to avoid being obese.

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Well, when I did my experiment last month to see whether cranberry juice could lower platelet count (it didn't), I did notice an improvement in my walk and my sense of balance, which went away after quitting the cranberry juice. Other than that, it also seemed to diminish foot pain. That's all I've got.

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I have tried many medications over the years, without noticeable effect and often with unwanted side effects. In my experience, the most effective treatment for neuropathic pain is to do anything that releases dopamine, including exercise (in moderation), eating, laughing, socializing, meditating, warm baths, etc. While not perfect, they are far better than anything else I have tried.

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