Anyone got any good ways of trying to treat it. I had some health problems last year and the last straws of it are gout and neuropathy. I went and took some tests after I got out of the hospital and they told me I had it. I guess it's good information to know what it is but they didn't really give me much guidance. I did buy a nice foot massager and it does provide temporary relieve but nothing long term. Really I just can't really feel my toes, especially on my right foot. If I were to try to stand on my tip toes, well, it just doesn't work. Any ideas?
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You might consider scheduling a visit with a Podiatrist. Check reviews and see if you can find any mention of neuropathy as a specialty. I have a friend who suffers from the condition and he told me that he was given some good advice and exercises to help with the issue. Just a thought ...
GOOD LUCK to you, as I know it can be really painful and bothersome.
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As somebody who knows. Spinal issues also can affect standing on your toes and heals. Stenosis is the primary cause. I do not know if you been down that road (seeing and spinal specialist) and or had more than one prognosis, but if you have not, I suggest you do so.
Glenn, I am currently dealing with peripheral neuropathy. It began shortly after starting chemo two years ago. Foot cramps have been so severe at times I could not function. I remember sitting in the back of my former BIL car roughly 5 minutes after he picked me up from Frankfurt GE airport last March 16 when foot and leg cramping became nearly unbearable. Finally subsided after a few minutes.
- Monitor your salt intake. 3 weeks ago, I prepared Spaghetti Tonno e Burro (tuna spaghetti). Cooked the noodles in salt water per directions. Excruciatingly painful cramps followed around 12 midnight.
- Limit alcohol. I've been dry since 1/1 shortly after midnight. Probably indulge in moderation next month during KY visit and again during upcoming vacations over the summer.
- B12: little-to-no effect on me. If effective for others, then go for it. More power to ya.
- Lots of water and Gatoraide. Helps some. but problem still remains.
- Tylenol: 1-2 tables after a long walk also helps.
- Get comfortable shoes.
Reduced my walking. Usually take short 30-45 minute walks these days. Sometimes an hour. I'm scheduled soon to see a vascular specialist. Stay tuned.
Good luck to you. I wish you all the best confronting peripheral neuropathy. .
