Morning Monive~
I looked online for an explanation for my symptoms and found that the one thing I hadn't tried was Benfotiamine.
Knowing that the root cause is probably the bulging disc in L-5 as the culprit...I kept googling more and more till I found some exercises to help..like toe lifts and other leg exercises...which I did do. I was amazed at how fast I got relief and thought I had it licked...but as wonderful as my day was with no numbness at all for the one day...I went to sleep last night on my back..as side sleeping is not good at all for lower disc problems (who knew?)..but after a couple of hours of wonderful pain free sleep..I decided to roll on my side...BIG mistake!! I awoke in pain and discomfort..which lasted all night...even when I returned to my back. Could not fall asleep again. So..I begin again today....with the exercises..just took the Benfotamine...and I'm hoping for a better day ahead....I'm tired....
I'm seeing my primary doc tomorrow for my annual...and see what he says about all of this. Discouraged, but not broken....
I hope this info helps you...keep looking for what sounds right for you. I wish you the best.