Living with Neuropathy - Welcome to the group

Welcome to the Neuropathy group.
This is a welcoming, safe place where you can meet other people who are dealing with neuropathy. Let’s learn from each other and share stories about living well with neuropathy, coping with the challenges and offering tips.

I’m Colleen, and I’m the moderator of this group, and Community Director of Connect. Chances are you’ll to be greeted by volunteer patient Mentor John (@johnbishop) and fellow members when you post to this group. Learn more about Moderators and Mentors on Connect.

We look forward to welcoming you and introducing you to other members. Feel free to browse the topics or start a new one.
Let’s chat. Why not start by introducing yourself? What concerns would you like to talk about?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Neuropathy Support Group.

@roserogers

Hello,
In March 2022 I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease by a General Neurologist.
At that time I was advised to see a Movement Specialist and waited 6 months to see a highly recommended specialist at University of Texas.
His diagnosis is Multi System Atropy (MSA), a rare, fatal disease.
If you have any advice or experience with the stages of MSA and what I will be dealing with going forward, I will very much appreciate hearing from you.
Thank you.

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Welcome @roserogers, I don't have any experience with MSA but there is another discussion you might find helpful:
-- Parkinson's along with Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA): https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/parkinsons-plus-msa/.

Here is another site that has a lot of information and may help answer some of your questions:
-- Multiple System Atrophy - Types and Symptoms: https://www.multiplesystematrophy.org/about-msa/types-and-symptoms/.

Did the Movement Specialist offer any information or suggestions on what to expect?

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@johnbishop

Welcome @roserogers, I don't have any experience with MSA but there is another discussion you might find helpful:
-- Parkinson's along with Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA): https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/parkinsons-plus-msa/.

Here is another site that has a lot of information and may help answer some of your questions:
-- Multiple System Atrophy - Types and Symptoms: https://www.multiplesystematrophy.org/about-msa/types-and-symptoms/.

Did the Movement Specialist offer any information or suggestions on what to expect?

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John- off topic, but wondering- do you like your Teeter exercise cross trainer? Am in PT again, now for patellar tendonitis, advised my long walks are not a good idea anymore.

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@centre

John- off topic, but wondering- do you like your Teeter exercise cross trainer? Am in PT again, now for patellar tendonitis, advised my long walks are not a good idea anymore.

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@centre, Yes - I really like the Teeter FreeStep cross trainer. I use it at least 30 minutes a day, sometimes longer. You can adjust the tension so that it is really easy to use with the arms and legs, or you can crank the tension up so that it takes a lot more effort with the arms and legs.

Sorry to hear you have patellar tendonitis. I originally got the Teeter FreeStep to replace my recumbent exercise bike to help build leg strength after I had a knee replacement. I also bought an inexpensive Row-N-Ride machine that lets you easily do squat type exercises which help with cardio and leg strength. 10 to 15 minutes is about my max time using it as it uses your body weight and takes more effort. https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Health-Fitness-Row-N-Ride-Trainer/dp/B08SSFZN4P/

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@johnbishop

@centre, Yes - I really like the Teeter FreeStep cross trainer. I use it at least 30 minutes a day, sometimes longer. You can adjust the tension so that it is really easy to use with the arms and legs, or you can crank the tension up so that it takes a lot more effort with the arms and legs.

Sorry to hear you have patellar tendonitis. I originally got the Teeter FreeStep to replace my recumbent exercise bike to help build leg strength after I had a knee replacement. I also bought an inexpensive Row-N-Ride machine that lets you easily do squat type exercises which help with cardio and leg strength. 10 to 15 minutes is about my max time using it as it uses your body weight and takes more effort. https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Health-Fitness-Row-N-Ride-Trainer/dp/B08SSFZN4P/

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Forgot to mention that you can use arms only or legs only with the Teeter FreeStep.

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@johnbishop

Forgot to mention that you can use arms only or legs only with the Teeter FreeStep.

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Thank-you so much for your replies- I have trouble with exercise bikes as my neuropathy leg/foot slips off without me realizing it. Really appreciate your input.

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@centre

Thank-you so much for your replies- I have trouble with exercise bikes as my neuropathy leg/foot slips off without me realizing it. Really appreciate your input.

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They make foot holders to put on pedals that keep your feet on the pedal. My exercise bike came with them.

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Hi Colleen. I had 3 back surgeries 2017 to 2019. None of them solved the problem. The pain has continued to get worse. I was very active before but do very little exercise anymore because it just causes more pain. The wierd problems in my legs have gradually increased. I get extreme spells of cold and pins and needles. I wear heavy pants to try to keep from getting cold because when those spells hit I just have to put heating pads on my legs. It's wierd. I am told I have neuropathy. But thats all they tell me. I am supposed to have a Stimwave spinal stimulator implanted to help with the pain. So I am always looking for information to figure out what is going on with my legs. Doctors seem more interested in treating the pain than the neuropathy. I am on hydrocodone, muscles relaxers, and gababentin. My neurologist said more surgery would just make things worse so I am hoping the spinal stimulator will help. @pat79

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@grannymary7077

Hi Colleen, I'm Mary and have just been diagnosed with neuropathy. I had apparently had it for several years with tingling that only bothered me at night, but now that I have burning pain in my toes all the time, I have an official diagnosis. I am going to read through other posts on this site looking for topical creams that will help the burning pain. I am 85 and take so many other prescription meds that my doctor wants me to avoid more prescription meds as long as possible. I'm looking forward to learning more about what I can do to help myself.

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I am 84 and have neuropathy after chemo treatments. I was wondering if you suffer also from leg cramps or muscle cramps when you stretch. I do and while I am not taking that many meds now, I sure wish I could latch on to something that will help these awful leg/muscle cramps that wake me up in the middle of the night.
Ginger

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@glp1340122

I am 84 and have neuropathy after chemo treatments. I was wondering if you suffer also from leg cramps or muscle cramps when you stretch. I do and while I am not taking that many meds now, I sure wish I could latch on to something that will help these awful leg/muscle cramps that wake me up in the middle of the night.
Ginger

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I am 86 and have had peripheral neuropathy in my legs for some time. I don't know the cause, but I suspect it was because of IMRT for prostate cancer. I take Lyrics (generic) for it, and it is manageable.

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@billie82

I am 86 and have had peripheral neuropathy in my legs for some time. I don't know the cause, but I suspect it was because of IMRT for prostate cancer. I take Lyrics (generic) for it, and it is manageable.

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I never put the awful foot and leg cramps as part of the peripheral neuropathy. Now I am wondering.

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