A few years ago, I started having stinging, burning, slight intermittent numbness, and crawly feelings in my feet and lower legs. Mayo clinic website said to try Alpha Lipoic Acid supplement. I did and it has been a godsend. The first year I took it every day, now every other day. Once in a while a breakthrough sting hits but it goes away quickly. I also take a super B complex daily. Anyway, I think I got after it before it was too bad and have been blessed. Maybe it will help you too. I have been leery of taking drugs because they can make you gain weight and mess with your brain chemistry. Both are not options I have wanted to do unless I have no choice.