Peripheral Neuropathy - Anyone else?

I went food shopping today, and the pain was so great, could barely walk. The entire foot feels broken, and can barely think. It's getting so bad, I don't want to go out.
The pain specialist has me on Pregabalin, building up to higher doses, but that only stops the pain temporarily. Do they not have any other solution? He knew I had CRPS and neuropathy months ago, and this long delay only worsened my condition to the point of my being permanently crippled.
Why can't I be helped? Lidocaine patches are a joke, and haven't even been referred to a specialist who can insert spinal cord stimulator device. This has ruined my life and independence. At my wit's end.

I went food shopping today, and the pain was so great, could barely walk. The entire foot feels broken, and can barely think. It's getting so bad, I don't want to go out.
The pain specialist has me on Pregabalin, building up to higher doses, but that only stops the pain temporarily. Do they not have any other solution? He knew I had CRPS and neuropathy months ago, and this long delay only worsened my condition to the point of my being permanently crippled.
Why can't I be helped? Lidocaine patches are a joke, and haven't even been referred to a specialist who can insert spinal cord stimulator device. This has ruined my life and independence. At my wit's end.

You should see a neurologist, preferably one who subspecializes in peripheral neuropathy. For a temporary quick fix, soaking your feet in epsom salts or applying Voltaren cream or gel has helped some people. Some people have benefited from alpha lipoic acid, which requires a doctor's prescription. These may or may not work for you. I have found that wearing thin socks is better for me than wearing thick ones, although some people swear by thick hiking socks. If you can get to the underlying cause of your neuropathy, that would be best, because you might be able to get treatment for it. In too many cases there is no cure, so you have to learn to manage your symptoms with proper diet, exercise, sleep, and destressing. It's best to be as proactive as possible with your health. It may mean such things as meditating, researching online, finding a specialist on your own, or changing doctors. You are more than your peripheral neuropathy.

You should see a neurologist, preferably one who subspecializes in peripheral neuropathy. For a temporary quick fix, soaking your feet in epsom salts or applying Voltaren cream or gel has helped some people. Some people have benefited from alpha lipoic acid, which requires a doctor's prescription. These may or may not work for you. I have found that wearing thin socks is better for me than wearing thick ones, although some people swear by thick hiking socks. If you can get to the underlying cause of your neuropathy, that would be best, because you might be able to get treatment for it. In too many cases there is no cure, so you have to learn to manage your symptoms with proper diet, exercise, sleep, and destressing. It's best to be as proactive as possible with your health. It may mean such things as meditating, researching online, finding a specialist on your own, or changing doctors. You are more than your peripheral neuropathy.

Alpha lipoic acid (600 mg capsules) is not a prescription substance in the US. Where are you located? You can get it online or at any drug store or vitamin shop.

You should see a neurologist, preferably one who subspecializes in peripheral neuropathy. For a temporary quick fix, soaking your feet in epsom salts or applying Voltaren cream or gel has helped some people. Some people have benefited from alpha lipoic acid, which requires a doctor's prescription. These may or may not work for you. I have found that wearing thin socks is better for me than wearing thick ones, although some people swear by thick hiking socks. If you can get to the underlying cause of your neuropathy, that would be best, because you might be able to get treatment for it. In too many cases there is no cure, so you have to learn to manage your symptoms with proper diet, exercise, sleep, and destressing. It's best to be as proactive as possible with your health. It may mean such things as meditating, researching online, finding a specialist on your own, or changing doctors. You are more than your peripheral neuropathy.

I went food shopping today, and the pain was so great, could barely walk. The entire foot feels broken, and can barely think. It's getting so bad, I don't want to go out.
The pain specialist has me on Pregabalin, building up to higher doses, but that only stops the pain temporarily. Do they not have any other solution? He knew I had CRPS and neuropathy months ago, and this long delay only worsened my condition to the point of my being permanently crippled.
Why can't I be helped? Lidocaine patches are a joke, and haven't even been referred to a specialist who can insert spinal cord stimulator device. This has ruined my life and independence. At my wit's end.

Hi, I have written in before, and have serious peripheral neuropathy, and osteoarthritis in knees so have some troubles ...However, I have found that with AOR High Dose R Lipoic-acid, twice daily, with pregabalin 150 mg morning, noon and bedtime, no burning, tingling pain, etc, and feel absolutely no pain when laying down. My problem is the soles of my feet, as the previous writer said, terrible pain when walking, enough to make me stop every fifty or so steps, it is so bad it brings (almost) a tear to my eye...I cannot find out if it is PN or something else, plantar fascitis has been ruled out, so doctor just says, oh, must be your neuropathy.. Any suggestions, I have tried any number of socks, devices, creams, gels, etc, sandals with no socks best for me.

Very much appreciate your advice and comments, Lagrange. My pain specialist has yet to learn the underlying cause of the neuropathy even though I've been seeing him for months. He appeared too busy referring me on to three other pain-in-the who couldn't comprehend my pain nor gave me needed advice. I did get a feather stroke down the leg, and was asked if it hurt??

I believe the peripheral neuropathy and CRPS occurred after a revision surgery by an orthopedic surgeon who undoubtedly damaged nerves and tissue from 5th metatarsal along lateral side. This coupled with my 2 autoimmune diseases along with foot arthritis was a disaster in the making. You gave a very helpful comment about a neurologist specializing in neuropathy, and in hindsight, that should have been my first choice. But I had no guidance nor recommendations. I will try the thin socks, epsom salts, and alpha lipoic acid Thanks again for your encouragement.

Hi, I have written in before, and have serious peripheral neuropathy, and osteoarthritis in knees so have some troubles ...However, I have found that with AOR High Dose R Lipoic-acid, twice daily, with pregabalin 150 mg morning, noon and bedtime, no burning, tingling pain, etc, and feel absolutely no pain when laying down. My problem is the soles of my feet, as the previous writer said, terrible pain when walking, enough to make me stop every fifty or so steps, it is so bad it brings (almost) a tear to my eye...I cannot find out if it is PN or something else, plantar fascitis has been ruled out, so doctor just says, oh, must be your neuropathy.. Any suggestions, I have tried any number of socks, devices, creams, gels, etc, sandals with no socks best for me.