Copper fit compression socks . They helped with pain . Felt great esp. in the winter . Too hot to wear in the summer tho. Don't get them too small or you won't want to wear them .
Based on your comment, it appears that Icy/Hot contains capsacisn. I've used capsacisn-based products but switched to lidocaine because it was easier to use and more effective but without all the worries you mentioned. Why use something that will hurt you if you don't need to? Best of luck to you.
I wear the toe socks from back in the eighties. (You can find them in neutral, dark colors on Amazon.) They reduce the weird buzzing sensation I get from the neuropathy when the toes are touching each other.
I got some knee-high socks from Heat Holders. They are not compression socks but they stay up and they keep my feet and legs warm. Compression socks just increase my discomfort, so I was glad to find these.
Far better than socks is TENS; it provides immediate relief. I have use TENS for about the last six years:
a copy of my earlier post:
TENS, my friend is how to get immediate and real relief without drugs. They are portable controlled electronic devices with remotes, have two channels (one for two different body treatment locations; both locations can be treated at the same time), can be worn beneath your clothes, slept with, and go about your business with. They also work on a timer, some have select-able timers. The majority are USB rechargeable; no batteries to change. The transducers are reusable if you protect the adhesive surface when not in use. You need to spend (Amazon or eBay) less than $100 to get a good one. It isn't a cure but a sure relief. I suggest you research it on Google. Also Google acupuncture, acupressure, and dermatome charts. A quick tip; get the transducer pads between the spinal nerve root serving the offending nerve ending. Set the current to the point where you are certain you feel it and then back off to one lower-down setting, use it there. A high current setting will cause muscle soreness, due to the pulses that contract the muscles, the higher the current the greater the contraction; you neither want nor need that.
There is a wealth of info to be found on Google for how to use them. Many nights I would get no sleep if I didn't have mine next to the bed available for use.
I know of no other side effects; Check with your doctor before using if you have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic devices.
Based on your comment, it appears that Icy/Hot contains capsacisn. I've used capsacisn-based products but switched to lidocaine because it was easier to use and more effective but without all the worries you mentioned. Why use something that will hurt you if you don't need to? Best of luck to you.
It doesn't hurt if you wash your hands after using it. I also use the Lidocaine, but neither of those are as effective as TENS. When the PN is really painful and immediate relief is needed. Tens is my primary go-to and has been for years. Unfortunately for me, I have much experience with dealing with PN. As you know, there is no cure. It is something that you have to learn to live with.
I was part of a clinical trial at Mayo, testing if “scrambler” therapy was better or worse than TENS. I have chemo induced peripheral neuropathy. Sorry to say neither worked for me. I’m stuck using Lyrica & amitriptyline and investing in shoes and sox (Orthofeet, shoes & sox, and Dansko shoes).
I found Timberland tall socks (come to about 2 to 3 inches below my knees) are SO soft, don't bind either on the legs, ankles, tops of feet, or toes (plenty of "give" on toe bed area). Again, found them in TJMax, have tried to find them online and thus far not successful. Three pairs for $8.99 was a steal. I absolutely do NOT like having my feet/legs squeezed.
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I hope they help you, they do nothing for mine.
I would rather have a good plan. No offense intended.
Copper fit compression socks . They helped with pain . Felt great esp. in the winter . Too hot to wear in the summer tho. Don't get them too small or you won't want to wear them .
Based on your comment, it appears that Icy/Hot contains capsacisn. I've used capsacisn-based products but switched to lidocaine because it was easier to use and more effective but without all the worries you mentioned. Why use something that will hurt you if you don't need to? Best of luck to you.
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1 ReactionI wear the toe socks from back in the eighties. (You can find them in neutral, dark colors on Amazon.) They reduce the weird buzzing sensation I get from the neuropathy when the toes are touching each other.
I got some knee-high socks from Heat Holders. They are not compression socks but they stay up and they keep my feet and legs warm. Compression socks just increase my discomfort, so I was glad to find these.
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2 ReactionsFar better than socks is TENS; it provides immediate relief. I have use TENS for about the last six years:
a copy of my earlier post:
TENS, my friend is how to get immediate and real relief without drugs. They are portable controlled electronic devices with remotes, have two channels (one for two different body treatment locations; both locations can be treated at the same time), can be worn beneath your clothes, slept with, and go about your business with. They also work on a timer, some have select-able timers. The majority are USB rechargeable; no batteries to change. The transducers are reusable if you protect the adhesive surface when not in use. You need to spend (Amazon or eBay) less than $100 to get a good one. It isn't a cure but a sure relief. I suggest you research it on Google. Also Google acupuncture, acupressure, and dermatome charts. A quick tip; get the transducer pads between the spinal nerve root serving the offending nerve ending. Set the current to the point where you are certain you feel it and then back off to one lower-down setting, use it there. A high current setting will cause muscle soreness, due to the pulses that contract the muscles, the higher the current the greater the contraction; you neither want nor need that.
There is a wealth of info to be found on Google for how to use them. Many nights I would get no sleep if I didn't have mine next to the bed available for use.
I know of no other side effects; Check with your doctor before using if you have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic devices.
It doesn't hurt if you wash your hands after using it. I also use the Lidocaine, but neither of those are as effective as TENS. When the PN is really painful and immediate relief is needed. Tens is my primary go-to and has been for years. Unfortunately for me, I have much experience with dealing with PN. As you know, there is no cure. It is something that you have to learn to live with.
I was part of a clinical trial at Mayo, testing if “scrambler” therapy was better or worse than TENS. I have chemo induced peripheral neuropathy. Sorry to say neither worked for me. I’m stuck using Lyrica & amitriptyline and investing in shoes and sox (Orthofeet, shoes & sox, and Dansko shoes).
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3 ReactionsI found Timberland tall socks (come to about 2 to 3 inches below my knees) are SO soft, don't bind either on the legs, ankles, tops of feet, or toes (plenty of "give" on toe bed area). Again, found them in TJMax, have tried to find them online and thus far not successful. Three pairs for $8.99 was a steal. I absolutely do NOT like having my feet/legs squeezed.
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