Balance issues

Welcome @aredwards069, You might want to look into the metabolic syndrome and its relationship with neurological conditions since it’s associated with diabetes.

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I have idiopathc peripheral neuropathy. I experienced balance problems about 10 years ago - I walked like a drunk and fell over for no apparent reason. I went to a doctor who specializes in this sort of problem and I was diagnosed as having a lack of proproception (my feet and my brain don't talk to each other). I have been dealing with peripheral neuropathy as best I can. I read everything I can find about PN, I go to the gym 3 x a week and walk with a cane. It's important to find a neurologist who will perform tests to determine the type of PN you have (I tried 3 neurologists before I found one that I'm comfortable with). Google the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy for good information. Don't give up - keep demanding that your doctor work with you and ask for the help you need to live your life the best way that you can.

Thank you

Can you give us any insight of what methods doctor helped you with? Know we’re all different but like to know different methods that helped?

I first noticed my balance issues in 2017. I had back surgery that was supposed to cure the balance issues. No change. Physical therapy was also not successful. I made a appointment with a Hearing & Balance Clinic, which found "poor lower trunk control". Next was Neurologist #1, who confirmed PN. He suggested using a cane. I have tried every medication for PN, nothing worked. I spent $4000 to attend a Spine Clinic for eight weeks - no improvement. Neurologist #2 suggested using Volteran. No one ever suggested any kind of testing. I've finally found a neurologist that is taking me seriously. I've had a EMG, which shows nerve damage. I have a follow-up appointment to discuss the results.