I've had right ball of the foot numbness too. Prolonged walks or driving, wearing ill fitting shoes and lifting too much triggers my R foot pain. I've attributed it to a lower back problem from years of work that required lifting. Also a newer diagnose of osteoporosis, which may well be a underlying cause. I did experience some scalp numbness back in April and the doctor I saw recommended experimenting (with different thicknesses) taking a towel, rolling it up and sleeping with it around my neck. This did the trick overnight. He also recommended a symptom diary, but the towel roll eliminated my numbness. This doctor also suggested a trial of alpha lipoic acid 600 mg twice a day. Thankfully I now had no need to take this. I had read online that some Australian providers do not advise this medication with thyroid conditions, which I have. I have beefed up my calcium intake, careful exercise, and will soon be on a medication to treat osteoporosis.

Most people carry their stress in their neck/shoulder area according an Alexander instructor I saw. I definitely do, so have continued Alexander lessons & I find them a lifesaver, but everyone seems to gravitate towards a modality that suits them best.