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@alfer

Yes thanks. I am 75 years old and recently for 6 months have been experiencing an idiopathic peripheral neuropathy in my feet. My blood work up is normal. Only issue that might explain the condition is an MRI of my spine that indicates a bulging disc and spinal stenosis condition. Oddly enough I have no back pain at the moment though before this started I had a bout of Sciatica that was corrected with PT. Don’t want to use drugs and have been taking B12 and ALA supplements. They have been providing some relief. Oddly enough I get relief at night when I am off my feet. I also use therapeutic oils.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jun 14, 2022

Hello @alfer, Welcome to Connect. I also have idiopathic small fiber periperal neuropathy. I went 20+ years before seeking a diagnosis for the neuropathy symptoms which are numbness and a little tingling in the feet and legs but no pain. Compressed or damaged nerves due to spinal conditions can also cause neuropathy symptoms from what I've read. It's good that you have found ways that provide you some relief.

There are a couple of discussions I think you may find helpful:
-- Member Neuropathy Journey Stories: What's Yours?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/member-neuoropathy-journey-stories-whats-yours/
-- Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) for treating compression and pain: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/myofascial-release-therapy-mfr-for-treating-compression-and-pain/

Have you done any research on your condition or symptoms?

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