Neuropathy

[Glenn's take]

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?

 

[megablue]

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?

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.

 

[OliverSimmonstwinbrother]

Get a good B12 supplement and try the Carnivore diet for a few weeks and see if that helps. Carnivore is VERY restrictive but worth a try.

Carinvore
This obviously isn't an ideal source but maybe worth a read.



Good luck!

 

[55wildcat]

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.

 

[vhcat70]

Might try Nervive or equivalent first.

 

[AustinTXCat]

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?

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 tablets 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. .

 

[bigbluedon]

Try these. It has helped me. Wish u the best. Neuropathy sucks. Well I can’t get the picture to paste but the pills are called Terry Naturally Healthy Feet And Nerve pills. Got lots of different levels of vitamin B. Website that I found best is Naturally Healthy Concepts. They will give u 15% off your first order and shipping always free. Good luck.

 

[btodd0224]

Yeah, good luck with that, it’s not going to go away. I’m taking gabapentin, feet are numb and if putting weight just on the ball of a foot, while stooping down, it’s a stabbing pain you won’t forget! Tried everything that I could find and was told to try! Nothing really works so you just have to deal with it.

 

[AustinTXCat]

Let me add:

- Using recliner more these days. Go horizontal. Elevate feet. Provides some relief.

- Broccoli, spinach and asparagus + fruits. Avocado and zucchini also help. Usually eat 8-12 oz spinach for lunch at least once every week. Green Giant loves me.

 

[AustinTXCat]

Yeah, good luck with that, it’s not going to go away. I’m taking gabapentin, feet are numb and if putting weight just on the ball of a foot, while stooping down, it’s a stabbing pain you won’t forget! Tried everything that I could find and was told to try! Nothing really works so you just have to deal with it.

I walked 45 minutes earlier this morning. On two occasions, balls of my feet bothered me a little, but I continued walking.

At the point now where I must remove my shoes to continue working more than an hour while sitting. On long-haul flights (i.e. Europe), gotta take shoes off or it's a miserable trip.