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I used thermo pads for a broken shoulder, attached to my long sleeve. I wouldn't use a neoprene sleeve or splint with it, however. Microwaveable heat is preferable to a heating pad. I like my "bed buddy" brand, and I also keep one in the freezer for other pain. I wonder: does capcasin cream help? It is supposed to help circulation, but may affect feeling, too.
Hello @footblizzard, Welcome to Connect. I know it's a terrible feeling when your hands, feet and legs get extremely cold and nothing you do makes them feel warmer. I have neuropathy also but no pain. Winter time presents a problem for me when I have to be outside clearing snow. I use the hand warmers, feet warmers and also neoprene sleeves that slide over the socks and cover the front half of your foot. The neoprene sleeves doe help my toes and my feet stay comfortable unless I'm outside a really long time. In the winter time, I also wear the sleeves over my socks that I use for sleeping at night. They do help keep my feet reasonable warm.
There are some other conditions besides neuropathy that can cause your feet to feel cold --- Why Do I Always Feel Cold, and Can I Treat It?: https://www.healthline.com/health/always-cold
Have you discussed possible causes with your doctor or do they say it's from your neuropathy?