Do You Feel Like Your Feet Are Encased In Wax?

A common comment that I hear from my patients is that their feet is numb. Not the "usual" numb that you may feel from time to time. This is the kind of numb that people feel and describe that they feel like they are wearing multiple pair of socks, even when they weren't. They feel like their feet are encased in wax. It doesn't hurt, but it's not right. These patients are suffering from peripheral neuropathy.

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition where the nerves to the lower extremity no longer function efficiently and effectively. This can result in a burning or stinging pain or a sensation of numbness. Both are bothersome to those who suffer from it. Although diabetes is a common cause of peripheral neuropathy, it is far from the only cause. In fact, it is unfortunately common to not find a cause for peripheral neuropathy at all. These factors make it difficult to treat. It also leads to frustration when symptoms linger.

There a number of medications that have been marketed for pain from neuropathy. These include Lyrica, Cymbalta, and Neurontin. These are only effective when the neuropathy presents with pain and often have side effects. For neuropathy where it feels like the feet are numb as if they are encased in wax, vitamin supplements have often proven to be effective in alleviating the symptoms.

Neuremedy is a medical food neuropathy vitamin containing a fat-soluble form of thiamine, which is Vitamin B1. Metanx is another medical food that has a multitude of vitamins and nutrients that aids in nutritionally supporting the nerves. Both are without interactions to other medications and carry no side effects. If effective, these vitamins must be taken on an ongoing basis to continue their effect.

I can't guarantee that you will realize relief by utilizing any of these medications, vitamins, and therapies, since everything works differently for different people. I do know that many with neuropathy are told that nothing can be done. That can't be farther from the truth. Give your podiatrist in Houston, TX a call and see if one or more is right for you.