Welcome @catalyst, We are soon to have a Dollar Tree store so will have to check it out. I generally have to wear socks over the top of my compression socks due to their being so thin and my feet mostly being cold even in the warmer months. I always try to find the soft socks. The softest I've found are made with bamboo fibers.
It sounds like you might also have neuropathy. Can you share a little more about your neuropathy and symptoms?
I've been wearing Sockwell compression socks exclusively for the past three years and by the end of each working day, my feet feel great--never have problems with swelling. They're beautiful socks (styles/colors), well-made, and come in varieties of compression, and sock heights from no-shows to calf heigh, to knee-heighs. I wait for the buy three/get another pair free because they're on the expensive side. Try them and wear them in good health.
I have neuropathy, but it is only an issue when my feet get hot, or when I'm on my feet too long, then the burning starts. I wear the thinnest, no-show, white socks, but I need shoes that aren't leather or rubber and are well ventilated...any suggestions? I wear work sandals, which help when I'm working, which help. Also, is there anything else that I can do to keep my feet cool, such as a spray or whatever?
I have neuropathy, but it is only an issue when my feet get hot, or when I'm on my feet too long, then the burning starts. I wear the thinnest, no-show, white socks, but I need shoes that aren't leather or rubber and are well ventilated...any suggestions? I wear work sandals, which help when I'm working, which help. Also, is there anything else that I can do to keep my feet cool, such as a spray or whatever?
Your post caught my attention because I have the opposite problem. Doctors say I have neuropathy. My biggest problem is my feet and legs get so cold. I wear heavy warm shoes and socks, leg warmers,very heavy long pants. Nothing works. They aren't this way all the time but alot. And there seems to be nothing I can do to control it. I haven't seen anyone else complain of this so I have really been puzzled by it. Have you had anyone explain why your legs are so hot? My legs are usually tingly and wierd at the same time, and sometimes my feet are numb. So I find myself in a chair wrapped up in a blanket while everyone else is perfectly comfortable wearing shorts. @pat79
Your post caught my attention because I have the opposite problem. Doctors say I have neuropathy. My biggest problem is my feet and legs get so cold. I wear heavy warm shoes and socks, leg warmers,very heavy long pants. Nothing works. They aren't this way all the time but alot. And there seems to be nothing I can do to control it. I haven't seen anyone else complain of this so I have really been puzzled by it. Have you had anyone explain why your legs are so hot? My legs are usually tingly and wierd at the same time, and sometimes my feet are numb. So I find myself in a chair wrapped up in a blanket while everyone else is perfectly comfortable wearing shorts. @pat79
Hi Pat,
I read your post and decided to share some similar effects on my feet. I was misdiagnosed for many years, with no real help, even failed surgeries!!
I want to ask you if you feet are really cold, or if they FEEL cold? Mine feel cold, but when I actually touch them, they are warm! The pain, for me, was reduced when I started wearing compression socks. I use SootheSocks, open toe... is a must for me! We need to stick together with many solutions since it is a trail and error deal...no one solution fits all!! Best wishes!
Your post caught my attention because I have the opposite problem. Doctors say I have neuropathy. My biggest problem is my feet and legs get so cold. I wear heavy warm shoes and socks, leg warmers,very heavy long pants. Nothing works. They aren't this way all the time but alot. And there seems to be nothing I can do to control it. I haven't seen anyone else complain of this so I have really been puzzled by it. Have you had anyone explain why your legs are so hot? My legs are usually tingly and wierd at the same time, and sometimes my feet are numb. So I find myself in a chair wrapped up in a blanket while everyone else is perfectly comfortable wearing shorts. @pat79
Hi Pat,
I read your post and decided to share some similar effects on my feet. I was misdiagnosed for many years, with no real help, even failed surgeries!!
I want to ask you if you feet are really cold, or if they FEEL cold? Mine feel cold, but when I actually touch them, they are warm! The pain, for me, was reduced when I started wearing compression socks. I use SootheSocks, open toe... is a must for me! We need to stick together with many solutions since it is a trail and error deal...no one solution fits all!! Best wishes!
My legs and feet feel cold to me, but not to the touch. They can feel like I am sitting with my feet in the refrigerator, but to touch them they are warm. So it is apparently just how I am 'sensing' that they feel. I can be outside in 90 degree weather, hot and sweaty, but my feel are cold. It's really weird. I usually wear wool knee socks, somewhat tight but not compression. They seem to always be too tight and make my legs swell. at night I wear 2 pair of wool socks that fit loosely. But none of this will make my feel actually 'feel' warm to me. @pat79
My legs and feet feel cold to me, but not to the touch. They can feel like I am sitting with my feet in the refrigerator, but to touch them they are warm. So it is apparently just how I am 'sensing' that they feel. I can be outside in 90 degree weather, hot and sweaty, but my feel are cold. It's really weird. I usually wear wool knee socks, somewhat tight but not compression. They seem to always be too tight and make my legs swell. at night I wear 2 pair of wool socks that fit loosely. But none of this will make my feel actually 'feel' warm to me. @pat79
Hi,
When I read some of our posts, I have to check twice to see if I said it, or did someone else?
The first part of this post was just what I have experienced.
We all do the trail and error routine, but after trying many, many different actions, tricks, methods, this is the best for my feet so far at night. This is what I do to be able to sleep with my awful %$@#$*^ foot pain. First I rub THC ointment on my feet. (Yes, I tried to skip that part because it it a bother, and pricey, but it helps, so I do it). Then I put on a pair of heavy, very loose acrylic socks. In bed, (summer and winter) I have a heating pad (low heat) that I lay my feet on. I make myself stay still until I feel the pain lessen. Just sharing and wish you less pain!! You WILL find something that helps!!
Hi,
When I read some of our posts, I have to check twice to see if I said it, or did someone else?
The first part of this post was just what I have experienced.
We all do the trail and error routine, but after trying many, many different actions, tricks, methods, this is the best for my feet so far at night. This is what I do to be able to sleep with my awful %$@#$*^ foot pain. First I rub THC ointment on my feet. (Yes, I tried to skip that part because it it a bother, and pricey, but it helps, so I do it). Then I put on a pair of heavy, very loose acrylic socks. In bed, (summer and winter) I have a heating pad (low heat) that I lay my feet on. I make myself stay still until I feel the pain lessen. Just sharing and wish you less pain!! You WILL find something that helps!!
I absolutely understand..I also use heat. Sometimes I use one of those things you put in the microwave to heat. That's usually while I am sitting watching tv in the evening. Then when I go to bed I use an electric throw blanket so I can also cover my legs. The warmth feels so good and it usually stays on all night. I was wondering if I was the only one on the planet who had this problem because I have never found any information about it. I have wondered if it is neuropathy or something else like poor circulation or what. I'm sorry you have the same problem but it's good to know there are others with the same thing going on.@pat79
I just joined Mayo Clinic Neuropathy support group today 10\2023 have done research on web for everything pertaining t subject- had shingles on right thigh thats when in my humble opinion my nerve problems began- severe stiffness in knee- lead leg- now swelling red lower leg- started using bamboo towel leg support and leg warmers- 1st time using any support to control pain-swelling- redness - blue vein dots- I purchased them just by chance from Amazon - so far so good - at least I've started to getting back to a some what normal gait- will be looking to exchange info
Hi @mcd123, I have not heard of SootheSocks™️ (https://amrelieve.com/products/soothesocks) but hopefully other members may have tried them and can share their experience. You will notice that we added a few words to the discussion title to better describe your question and hopefully bring in other members to respond. I'm hoping other members will share their experience with what socks work best for them.
I did see this article that talks about the topic and gives some good advice at the end even though they are selling socks themselves --- "Conclusion --
You have to be very careful and considerate in making the decision about the neuropathy socks. Consulting a professional may be the best option if you are unable to detect problems and assess symptoms to calculate the degree of your pain and the worsening state of the health problem.
Accurate advice and help, along with medical care, can help you select the best neuropathy socks to relieve and reduce your foot pain."
-- Best Socks for Neuropathy: https://diabeticsockclub.com/blogs/news/best-socks-for-neuropathy-top-rated-2021
I have to wear compression socks myself which helps the swelling in my legs but does nothing to make my feet feel better. I do have some soft, loose fitting socks that I wear at night when I take the compression socks off and I like the way they feel.
I can’t even imagine actually wearing socks let alone compression socks!!! My feet burn so badly that I cannot wear anything except 100% wool shoes or slippers. I haven’t tried wool socks because I don’t go out if it’s that cold and if it is I just don’t wear any because the cold actually feels better. The skin sensitivity I experience all over my body from the sfn is so significant that I scour the Internet for any and all underwear, pajamas, tops, pants that are seamless mostly, soft and definitely not clingy. I suggest that if you don’t have swelling and need something try wool.
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I've been wearing Sockwell compression socks exclusively for the past three years and by the end of each working day, my feet feel great--never have problems with swelling. They're beautiful socks (styles/colors), well-made, and come in varieties of compression, and sock heights from no-shows to calf heigh, to knee-heighs. I wait for the buy three/get another pair free because they're on the expensive side. Try them and wear them in good health.
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5 ReactionsI have neuropathy, but it is only an issue when my feet get hot, or when I'm on my feet too long, then the burning starts. I wear the thinnest, no-show, white socks, but I need shoes that aren't leather or rubber and are well ventilated...any suggestions? I wear work sandals, which help when I'm working, which help. Also, is there anything else that I can do to keep my feet cool, such as a spray or whatever?
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1 ReactionYour post caught my attention because I have the opposite problem. Doctors say I have neuropathy. My biggest problem is my feet and legs get so cold. I wear heavy warm shoes and socks, leg warmers,very heavy long pants. Nothing works. They aren't this way all the time but alot. And there seems to be nothing I can do to control it. I haven't seen anyone else complain of this so I have really been puzzled by it. Have you had anyone explain why your legs are so hot? My legs are usually tingly and wierd at the same time, and sometimes my feet are numb. So I find myself in a chair wrapped up in a blanket while everyone else is perfectly comfortable wearing shorts. @pat79
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3 ReactionsHi Pat,
I read your post and decided to share some similar effects on my feet. I was misdiagnosed for many years, with no real help, even failed surgeries!!
I want to ask you if you feet are really cold, or if they FEEL cold? Mine feel cold, but when I actually touch them, they are warm! The pain, for me, was reduced when I started wearing compression socks. I use SootheSocks, open toe... is a must for me! We need to stick together with many solutions since it is a trail and error deal...no one solution fits all!! Best wishes!
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2 ReactionsHi, sorry, it's my feet that are the issue, not my legs.
My legs and feet feel cold to me, but not to the touch. They can feel like I am sitting with my feet in the refrigerator, but to touch them they are warm. So it is apparently just how I am 'sensing' that they feel. I can be outside in 90 degree weather, hot and sweaty, but my feel are cold. It's really weird. I usually wear wool knee socks, somewhat tight but not compression. They seem to always be too tight and make my legs swell. at night I wear 2 pair of wool socks that fit loosely. But none of this will make my feel actually 'feel' warm to me. @pat79
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1 ReactionHi,
When I read some of our posts, I have to check twice to see if I said it, or did someone else?
The first part of this post was just what I have experienced.
We all do the trail and error routine, but after trying many, many different actions, tricks, methods, this is the best for my feet so far at night. This is what I do to be able to sleep with my awful %$@#$*^ foot pain. First I rub THC ointment on my feet. (Yes, I tried to skip that part because it it a bother, and pricey, but it helps, so I do it). Then I put on a pair of heavy, very loose acrylic socks. In bed, (summer and winter) I have a heating pad (low heat) that I lay my feet on. I make myself stay still until I feel the pain lessen. Just sharing and wish you less pain!! You WILL find something that helps!!
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1 ReactionI absolutely understand..I also use heat. Sometimes I use one of those things you put in the microwave to heat. That's usually while I am sitting watching tv in the evening. Then when I go to bed I use an electric throw blanket so I can also cover my legs. The warmth feels so good and it usually stays on all night. I was wondering if I was the only one on the planet who had this problem because I have never found any information about it. I have wondered if it is neuropathy or something else like poor circulation or what. I'm sorry you have the same problem but it's good to know there are others with the same thing going on.@pat79
I just joined Mayo Clinic Neuropathy support group today 10\2023 have done research on web for everything pertaining t subject- had shingles on right thigh thats when in my humble opinion my nerve problems began- severe stiffness in knee- lead leg- now swelling red lower leg- started using bamboo towel leg support and leg warmers- 1st time using any support to control pain-swelling- redness - blue vein dots- I purchased them just by chance from Amazon - so far so good - at least I've started to getting back to a some what normal gait- will be looking to exchange info
I can’t even imagine actually wearing socks let alone compression socks!!! My feet burn so badly that I cannot wear anything except 100% wool shoes or slippers. I haven’t tried wool socks because I don’t go out if it’s that cold and if it is I just don’t wear any because the cold actually feels better. The skin sensitivity I experience all over my body from the sfn is so significant that I scour the Internet for any and all underwear, pajamas, tops, pants that are seamless mostly, soft and definitely not clingy. I suggest that if you don’t have swelling and need something try wool.
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