Peripheral neuropathy

[kdffol]

My CIPN started a year ago right after my last chemo treatment. It seems to be getting a bit worse now. Any hope for it improving at this point?

[Teal810]

Acupuncture helped me. I also saw an occupational therapist for my hands which was a major help.

[kdffol in reply to Teal810]

How long after your neuropathy started did you have the acupuncture? I'm almost a year out and have been told it won't help at this point. Thank you for responding.

[Archeveritas]

My hands recovered but my feet got worse as time passed. I have learned to live with it. No tight shoes. Comfort is the name of the game. I tried acupuncture, medication, and vitamins but nothing worked for me. Everyone responds differently. I just look at it as a small price to pay to still be here. I would say to try acupuncture and Gabapentin (spelling?) and see if they work for you.

[Here2Day]

I had neuropathy almost immediately after I finished chemo. It was milder than what I heard others suffer. But it did get increasingly worse, so I asked my doctor to send me for Physical Therapy. There is a PT place near me that uses a machine that stimulates the nerve endings (I forget the name of it, but it's like a TENS unit, only different). That, in combination with actual physical therapy exercises, Vitamin B-6, and also CBD creams have been tremendously helpful. It's keeping it at bay for now, thank goodness. Maybe you can ask your doctors about these options.

[Greytmom]

I have been on chemo and had neuropathy for the past 5 years. Acupuncture helps immensely as does massage. Hopefully you can find an acupuncturist who deals with cancer treatment. Mine is through the Roy and Patricia Disney Cancer Center. I really notice how much it helps when for one reason or another and I am unable to make my appointment. Ideally I try to get it twice a week. Hang in there.

[kdffol in reply to Greytmom]

Thank you for your reply. Totally off topic I'm guessing you have greyhounds. Had two several years ago...best dogs ever!

[Greytmom in reply to kdffol]

Yes I have rescues. I love them and they bring such joy to me.