Small fiber peripheral neuropathy

Hi Philip, I use compression stockings due to having Lymphedema in both legs, ankles and feet. I go to a Lymphedema therapist and she measured me to be sure to order the right sizes. I have to put my feet up several times a day. Plus exercise is important too. I found the best exercise for this is ankle raises which I do while I am laying down and my legs are up on a wedge. Movement is important. I started out with cheaper brands of compression stockings but had to spend a bit more to get quality ones that work. Mine are not the most expensive but about $32. a pair. There are a number of good videos on YouTube about the compression stockings. They do work.
 

Hello Katlupe; Thank you for your reply. Can you tell me what brand of socks you have used? I have been unable to tolerate socks since 2007 when the neuropathy started, quite literally, overnight. It has not spread beyond my feet. Phil, Strathroy, Ontario.
 
I want to welcome you to our group, Phil, and add that I hope that you will find some relief;
enough to make your upcoming specially planned trip, actually enjoyable for both of you!

I don't know the answer to your questions, but am reading along, with your posts and the other posters, to learn more.

This is typical of our forum, that many people do have similar or possibly related experiences to share, and make the effort to respond, and many of us care about how others are doing, in addition.
Keep us posted on how you find the cream, or the socks, etc.
We'll surely be interested, and hoping for good outcomes for you.
 

Kaila, Thank you for your reply. I joined the forum for exactly the reasons that you stated. I am awaiting delivery in the post of the cream and am going to use it for a week before coming to any conclusions. Please be advised that the cream contains not only CBD oil which as I understand it, is available almost anywhere without a license, but also THC for which I do have a license in Canada. After that experiment, I will try some socks. I have chosen some which are only About 22$ for one pair. I will post a general e-mail with my findings. Phil, Strathroy Ontario.
 
philip said:
Hello Katlupe; Thank you for your reply. Can you tell me what brand of socks you have used? I have been unable to tolerate socks since 2007 when the neuropathy started, quite literally, overnight. It has not spread beyond my feet. Phil, Strathroy, Ontario.
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Hello Katlupe, I ordered powerlix compression socks that arrived today from Amazon. I have relatively thin feet and legs, not muscular. Ordered l-xl, they are so tight that I could not wear. Please let me know what compression socks you are using and whether the sizing is appropriate. I am 6 feet tall, 175#. I am returning these socks to Amazon as they will not work for me being so tight. Thank you, Phil
 
I was given Lidocaine patches, for neuropathy in my toes. 5% Lidocaine are by prescription, but 4% are OTC and work pretty well. I'm told there are Qutanza treatments of Lidocaine that work 6 mos, but my ins doesn't cover. Also, am using Walmart's liquid Lidocaine rubbed on toes at bedtime, makes sleep easier. I wish you luck.
 
Hello AzRover, Thank you for your advice about Lidocaine. No one has ever even suggested this to me. I will have to wait for a while before trying it however. I have just started using a cream containing CBD and THC oil. This is available only to people in Canada who have a license for medical marijuana. I take CBD/THC oil for a diagnosed sleep problem. If this route fails, I will try the Lidocaine and let everyone know how I make out. Phil.
 

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