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Anyone here dealing with peripheral neuropathy?
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I am more than willing to try turmeric as well as other
anitinflammatories. My leg numbness is progressively getting worse by the
weeks. My case seems to be unusual (diagnosed a year and half ago) in the
fact that I do not experience pain - only extreme numbness of my lower
exttemities. My once active lifestyle has been put on hold until I find
something that will help alleviate or at least minimize the this extreme
numbness. I am reluctant to go on another prescribed medication (CellCept
is what my neurologist wants me to go on next) as the side effects continue
to take their toll on my body. In addition to the turmeric, are there
other possible solutions dealing with my numbness? Thanks.
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@upnort I only have numbness with my small fiber PN and had the same concerns. It was just below the knees in both legs and I didn't want it to get worse. I've been taking supplements since Sept 2016 and they seem to have slowed or stopped the progression. After 2 months I thought it might reverse the numbness since it got better - went from just below the knees to just above the ankles. Not much but definitely no worse in 3 years so I consider it a win. I posted my story and what helps me earlier on Connect here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/anyone-here-dealing-with-peripheral-neuropathy/?pg=42#comment-65985
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Perhaps myofacial release to help release tightness in the fascia and get blood flowing. Some self manipulation as well. Gravity may help which I learned here in the forum... If you are able to lay on the floor (or your bed) and pull your legs straight up to rest against the wall. As much of a 45 degree angle as possible so blood flows down. I do a number of these things for my aching, cramping, numb legs. Can't go wrong with Tumeric either like @johnbishop said. All the best to you. I hope something brings a bit of relief.
Rachel