Vick’s Vapor Rub for Neuropathy Pain
Has anyone tried rubbing Vick’s Vapor Rub on their legs or arms for neuropathic pain? I wonder if it would feel cool on the skin with the burning pain. It would certainly help soften the feet.
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I use Vicks for everything 😊
I haven't tried Vicks for my neuropathy, but I am willing to try it. Thanks for the suggestions.
Has 525 helped you?
Fascinating idea! I have had PN for 23 years. My symptoms have changed dramatically over the years.
My feet, calves, and knees were numb to just above my kneecaps. Over the past two years, the feeling has returned to my shins and feet. The pain also returned! Now my shins are in such pain. My legs feel so cold I literally shiver sitting in my living room. Our temperature is set at 78 degrees. My husband is melting. He wears shorts, no shoes or a shirt! I am in flannel sweatpants, two t-shirts, and a flannel robe with a hood. I have an electric blanket over my legs.
I will try Vicks tonight! This forum has given me so much help. I am feeling very hopeless. All my doctors say nothing can be done. I do not accept this. I have an appointment with a pain specialist physician for an evaluation and hopefully a nerve conduction test. I have had several over the years which all confirmed PN. My neurologist told me I do not have PN and she could not help me as my condition is not PN. She accused me of drug seeking. I broke down uncontrollably sobbing I was so devastated. She did not blink. I asked if she would do a nerve conduction test. She replied, "well, if you insist". Every neurologist I have seen has always done this test. I have been with a pain management physician for 3 years. She referred me to this neurologist. I have been using Hydrocodone for many years.
Bless all of you on this forum! For the first time in many years, I feel hope! This group is so positive.
Sorry, this is long and rambling! I just got so excited to see this post about hammer toes!
Yes, Vicks helps with neuropathy pain and burning. It did for me and I pray it will help you as well. Neuropathy socks has helped more than anything! Please give them a try🙏🏻
What are your special Neuropathy socks? I wear a different type sock when in shoes, but in the house I’ve been wearing out the Thorlo socks I’ve found just right for the past 6 years, and I can no longer find the same style with them.
Interesting about Vicks
I have neuropathy in my feet and hands , no pain just numbness(from cervical stenosis)
Will try Vicks
I first read about using Vick's Vapour Rub a while ago, and it works for me. I put it on before going to bed, as I find that is when the burning and irritation and pain become the worst. I will re-apply in the night if needed, and it always seems to calm things down. I would be interested to know what is in it that makes it work for us neuropathy sufferers.
I believe it is the menthol in the Vicks Vapo rub, because it is also in other pain rubs I've tried.
Yes, that makes sense, thank you.