Anyone try acupuncture for neuropathy?

finallyoverit

I’m about at my wits end with this neuropathy. It is throughout my leg; hip to toes. I’ve had scrambler therapy, that worked, just didn’t last. I could do it again but it a bit of a hassle as it is everyday and is not exactly close by where I live.

I’ve read acupuncture helps, but wanted to see what your experience was. I know we are all different and react differently to treatments, but would just like to hear your experience with it. Acupuncture is not covered under my insurance so I’ll be paying out if pocket- another reason why I’d love to hear your experience with it. My neuropathy is not from chemo.

Thanks in advance for your stories!

Anonymous

Is the neuropathy on one side only?

I used to have severe sciatica with slight neuropathy and tried acupuncture. It didn't work for me.

finallyoverit

yes, just one side. It’s from my hip to my toes on that side.

I’m sorry to hear it didn’t work for you. There has to be something out there that can help. Too many of us are suffering. Neuropathy, along with BC, is not for the faint at heart. It’s really sad but I really don’t remember what it’s like to have full feeling in my leg.

Anonymous

I had sciatica before cancer that got worse after chemo. After radiation I upped my pain meds and worked on postural alignment exercises and nerve flossing . That worked to fix the sciatica, and I have only one small spot of neuropathy between my toes. I don't know if this would work if the neuropathy is from bone mets.

I hope you can find something that helps.

finallyoverit

Coming back with an update. It took me a little while to research area acupuncturists to find one that I was comfortable with.

i started about a week and a half ago, but I have to say, it’s AMAZING the difference I feel. There is still some numbness, but my mobility and endurance have both greatly improved. I receive 3 treatments a week and will continue for another month. Then, we go down to twice a month.

I’m hopeful that with such a response so far, I will continue to progress. Yes, it was expensive, but I believe with all my heart that it has been worth every single penny.

Only question remaining is why the heck did I wait so long? We see this advice often on the boards, but it is true. Don’t suffer.. do your research and keep trying things until you find one that works. I’ve never had acupuncture before, but I am a true believer now.