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Can neuropathy in my feet cause balance problems?

Posted by oliver4 @oliver4, Dec 15, 2022

Podiatrist has diagnosed me with minor neuropathy but my balance is worsening. Can neuropathy cause this. I know that input from the feet can cause balance problems

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NJ Ed | @njed | Apr 2, 2023

@jldavis823 - Your story is encouraging to many with PN and I'm glad you were able to pin down supplements that provide you with some relief, especially the pain. I also heard same findings at Cleveland Clinic. I have tried a variety of supplements and have not had any earth-shattering results. As you said, no med for a cure. But any relief is welcome!!

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jldavis823 | @jldavis823 | Apr 2, 2023
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@njed

@jldavis823 - Your story is encouraging to many with PN and I'm glad you were able to pin down supplements that provide you with some relief, especially the pain. I also heard same findings at Cleveland Clinic. I have tried a variety of supplements and have not had any earth-shattering results. As you said, no med for a cure. But any relief is welcome!!

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I tried a lot of things before I found the Cleveland Clinic study. Everyone either gives you PT or pain meds. I don’t want to live in pain meds and PT helped a little on balance but neither helped me as much as these supplements.

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pixie1955 | @pixie1955 | Apr 3, 2023
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@jldavis823

There is no medication to cure neuropathy, but there are numerous studies using supplements. I wanted a cure, not just pain relief. I read one study from the Cleveland Clinic that showed good results and have been following their recommendation with good results. They recommend taking 400 mg of CoQ10 and 20 mg of PQQ daily. The neuropathy in my hands is completely gone and my feet are much improved. The majority of the pain in my feet is gone, but I still have numbness in some places. I started this a year after chemo. The hands showed improvement quickly, the feet were slower. But the worst of the pain was gone in 3-4 months. Not an overnight cure, but my pain is gone.

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Thanks .very helpful,will try these supplements,

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lecowing | @lecowing | Apr 3, 2023
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@njed

@kenab -I think we all get to a point where we have to try various supplements and for me, they might help stabilize (to a small degree) the symptoms of PN, namely numbness and poor balance but for me, not minimize. I have not found one thing that reduces or minimizes symptoms. Of course, it all depends on the cause of the PN and the symptoms tied to that cause. The million dollar question! Best to you!

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Same with me.

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NJ Ed | @njed | Apr 3, 2023

@jldavis823 - I am giving the two supplements you posted yesterday a try, we'll see how it goes, thanks for the info. Ed

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marye2 | @marye2 | Apr 4, 2023
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@eirrol

I am so glad you posted that. It is really good to know. I had avoided B6 for awhile but did not think about the B12 sublingual which I also had been taking. I am now experiencing pretty strong side effects from every prescription. Doctors have tried 3 blood pressure meds on me at different times and I am facing number 4. So far too strong. Last time heart beat dropped to critical. Yesterday had to start an antibiotic for infection in gums and on 2nd pill became very lightheaded,shaky, neuropathic pain around middle of body got worse, am nauseated. I have read that half doses are advised for some medical conditions but my docs have not bought into that. I worry that the meds are going to do me in, instead of helping me. — eirrol

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This may not help with neuropathy, but strengthening your calves and shins can help your body maintain balance rather than falling. You should also practice getting up from the floor daily so you build those muscles, too. PT is also a good way to start, but I like Dr Jo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4UaKKEFODc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv__41ctwp8 I do a fair amount of these before bed to help with pins and needles, as well as toe to torso edema massage.

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eirrol | @eirrol | Apr 4, 2023

Thank you so much. Could you tell me what an edema massage is,please ? I have found,as of late that I can now gently rub my back, waist, legs, and feet without the agonizing pain that had previously accompanied just a touch. I still feel the terrible hurt 24/7 .
eirrol

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jroberts356 | @jroberts356 | Apr 4, 2023
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@pixie1955

Thanks .very helpful,will try these supplements,

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Saw your post and will try supplements. Thanks

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Zebra | @californiazebra | Apr 5, 2023
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@eirrol

Thank you so much. Could you tell me what an edema massage is,please ? I have found,as of late that I can now gently rub my back, waist, legs, and feet without the agonizing pain that had previously accompanied just a touch. I still feel the terrible hurt 24/7 .
eirrol

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Hi @eirrol -- I've had lymphedema massage many, many times. It was part of my physical therapy treatment after two different breast cancer surgeries. After lymph nodes are removed, you can be left with fluid build up from the lymphatic system not draining properly. Fluid building causes swelling and discomfort. With lymphedema massage, the physical therapist very gently massages skin to push the fluid along through the lymphatic system. I have neuropathy that can make touch very painful, but this was very relaxing it is so gentle. I'd have it every day if I could. A regular massage is excruciatingly painful to me. If you have fluid buildup, you might want to check into lymphedema massage. Your doctor would have to write an order for it. Hope you feel better soon. Lori

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mitfit | @mitfit | Apr 5, 2023

Yes, it definitely causes balances problems. I have them and so did my father.

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