Clothing & Allodynia Help

What is it called when clothing does not hurt it is just extremely uncomfortable?

This has been a challenge for me, especially as I live in Vermont when the season for wearing shorts, etc. is brief. I have found that nylon/silk/ etc. clothing is helpful, although not foolproof. In the winter months I almost always wear light long underwear as having something against my skin is better than a rough fabric which brushes as I move. I'd appreciate any other ideas. Anyone ever used a cream - lidocaine?

Christine: I am new to this site in fact this is the first time I have looked at anything. First thing I looked up was Allodynia since I have been living with that for the last 2yrs. One thing that helped me with my arms was what they call a compression sleeve. You see athletes wearing them all the time.

I do have a tumor at C7 (20yrs now) that has caused all of my neuromuscular issues.

Wearing my sleeves was one thing that kept me from going insane. I already wore compression socks so I was already covered there.

Hope this helps you or someone else.

Hi Christine32,
I am just starting to deal with this at 53 years old. I pulled a super soft thin scarf out of my closet and use it around my stomach and tuck it under my Bra edge. Helps a ton. I haven’t found anything medical or sports related yet that would work but please keep me posted if you find anything.
Good luck in your search.

As for clothing, I would not dream of wearing pantyhose since I am now dealing with neuropathy. Pantyhose is a torture for even healthy folks--bagging and sagging, and unlike tights, not much warmth in wearing them. I am a cotton type of person and am trying to avoid synthetic fabrics. I have used a cream lidocaine--mine contains the ingredient blue emu. I sometimes use it on my feet before lights out. Also, since you are in Vermont, I am pleased with The Vermont Country Store's Moonbeam Tonic--made with natural ingredients that foster sleep. Beats Tylenol.

I would suggest getting your doctor to prescribe some Lidocaine Patches. Put those patches over the skin that is sensitive. At least that way, your clothing is not rubbing against direct skin. That is what I do.

Consider these socks -- ONLY the classics: https://worldssoftest.com/collections/classics.