Anyone tried Dry Needling or Acupuncture for Pain or Neuropathy?

I was a skeptic, but now I am a believer in dry needling.The PT takes her time finding the trigger spots, and we work as a team, evaluating the effectiveness of each needle insertion. When she hits one just right, I actually feel the twitching of the tension release. After each session, I feel great! These trigger spots are getting better with a steady routine of mild exercises, manual stimulation of the trigger points, and dry needling. I have used all my PT insurance benefits for the year, so have to pay out of pocket right now. I wish I had discovered Results Physiotherapy, but oh well - it’s all trial and error.

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I gave acupuncture a shot, and to my surprise, I had noticeable success! I'm 73 years old. I have been having balance issues for at least two years. I was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy in my feet. There is no pain or tingling in my feet, and I am not diabetic. The acupuncturist I went to used the usual needles, but also applied
an electrical surge down my legs for about 20 minutes. My legs shook the whole time but it was not painful. I think that is what made the difference.

After that first session, my balance improved significantly, not 100%, but maybe 80 to 90% improved. I have gone three times (once per week) for that treatment and my balance seems the same as after the first visit. We may try skipping a week to see if anything changes.

I don't know if there will be further improvement or whether I need to do this treatment more to maintain my improvement. I will try to check back here later with my progress or lack thereof. But I am happy with the results so far.

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First, how do you know you have PN in your feet with no pain or tingling in your feet? Second, what was that electrical surge down your legs called? What was its purpose? Thanks. Feel good!!!

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I had a nearly hour-long exam in which they tested my nerves with small electrical probes. They found that the nerves in my feet were not functioning
properly, and concluded I have peripheral neuropathy
My acupuncturist says he uses old school acupuncture (needles) and some modern methods, including electrical stimulation. He attached wires from an acupuncture needle that caused an electrical charge though my legs. My legs were shaking from being stimulated for twenty minutes., but it was not painful. Once my initial e-stimulation was done, I walked out of the office and was amazed to find my balance was at least 50% better than when I came in to the office. I've gone twice more and repeated the e-stimulation (I heard it called by that term. Nothing has changed since the first time three visits ago, so I'm not sure if this is a permanent or temporary recovery. I'm waiting two weeks before my next acupuncture treatment to see how and if I have improved.

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I had a nearly hour-long exam in which they tested my nerves with small electrical probes. They found that the nerves in my feet were not functioning
properly, and concluded I have peripheral neuropathy
My acupuncturist says he uses old school acupuncture (needles) and some modern methods, including electrical stimulation. He attached wires from an acupuncture needle that caused an electrical charge though my legs. My legs were shaking from being stimulated for twenty minutes., but it was not painful. Once my initial e-stimulation was done, I walked out of the office and was amazed to find my balance was at least 50% better than when I came in to the office. I've gone twice more and repeated the e-stimulation (I heard it called by that term. Nothing has changed since the first time three visits ago, so I'm not sure if this is a permanent or temporary recovery. I'm waiting two weeks before my next acupuncture treatment to see how and if I have improved.

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I am happy to hear that it made your balance better. You know there is no cure for PN. Over time things deteriorate. If it is diabetic related you need to keep your A1C at a good level to delay the deterioration. Good luck. I have constant pain or discomfort. Anything I've tried inflames the nerves even more and has a negative affect. Thanks for your info and good luck.

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I am happy to hear that it made your balance better. You know there is no cure for PN. Over time things deteriorate. If it is diabetic related you need to keep your A1C at a good level to delay the deterioration. Good luck. I have constant pain or discomfort. Anything I've tried inflames the nerves even more and has a negative affect. Thanks for your info and good luck.

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