Right Foot on Fire ! Need advice

[littlefoot]

A few things I can think of that would cause this:

-Blood clot

-Pinched nerve

-Sciatica

-Narrowing of the spinal column, tears in spine beyond the norm (usually genetic)

-DNP use

-Rapid weight loss

-Complete randomness (As in, doctors have no clue)

In 2010 I suffered from neuropathy. My spinal column is narrowing a bit, so I've had to make sure to wear supportive shoes, and I honestly try not to go H.A.M. on back squats or any exercise that puts too much pressure on the back.

Here's the thing though, the doctors (you really should go see a neuro/spine specialist, NOT just your GP) really didn't know what the full cause of it was. Part of it, literally, is that I cross my legs when I'm sitting, and the leg resting on the knee put pressure on it which caused the myelin sheath to wear down over time and leave the nerve damaged/exposed. Also had an office job...sat all day, sometimes had a laptop on my lap. Anyway, I got better over time as I stopped doing that.

I had to have an MRI (I'm a little claustrophobic so it kind of sucked, if you're claustrophobic at all (you might not even know it so take precaution), ask your GP for a valium or something similar and see if you can get a 3T (or higher) MRI machine. DON'T go for the open MRI, as the images are poorer, and you might be a little more comfortable, but the images won't help the doctor as much.

You really need to see a specialist though, because for example, the GP would be totally confused (unless they had some sort of hobby involving radiology) by looking at your images. NOW, the images are sent to a radiologist EVERY TIME so you will get a thorough report regardless (don't read it, it'll confuse the hell out of you, just look for the word >unremarkable< and you're good ) but your specialist will be able to interpret everything properly and find the best course of action for you.

By the way, if you need an EMG like I did...then just pray...because that test sucks. And basically at the end of the day, the full cause was never discovered, but they assured me it would get better...even without a known cause...which confused me. But with a little PT, minor corrections, and a little time, I was all set.

Cliffs:

-See a specialist
-I had it...reason wasn't fully known...don't stress if the cause isn't fully revealed
-Good luck

 

[jackdiggler]

A few things I can think of that would cause this:

-Blood clot

-Pinched nerve

-Sciatica

-Narrowing of the spinal column, tears in spine beyond the norm (usually genetic)

-DNP use

-Rapid weight loss

-Complete randomness (As in, doctors have no clue)

In 2010 I suffered from neuropathy. My spinal column is narrowing a bit, so I've had to make sure to wear supportive shoes, and I honestly try not to go H.A.M. on back squats or any exercise that puts too much pressure on the back.

Here's the thing though, the doctors (you really should go see a neuro/spine specialist, NOT just your GP) really didn't know what the full cause of it was. Part of it, literally, is that I cross my legs when I'm sitting, and the leg resting on the knee put pressure on it which caused the myelin sheath to wear down over time and leave the nerve damaged/exposed. Also had an office job...sat all day, sometimes had a laptop on my lap. Anyway, I got better over time as I stopped doing that.

I had to have an MRI (I'm a little claustrophobic so it kind of sucked, if you're claustrophobic at all (you might not even know it so take precaution), ask your GP for a valium or something similar and see if you can get a 3T (or higher) MRI machine. DON'T go for the open MRI, as the images are poorer, and you might be a little more comfortable, but the images won't help the doctor as much.

You really need to see a specialist though, because for example, the GP would be totally confused (unless they had some sort of hobby involving radiology) by looking at your images. NOW, the images are sent to a radiologist EVERY TIME so you will get a thorough report regardless (don't read it, it'll confuse the hell out of you, just look for the word >unremarkable< and you're good ) but your specialist will be able to interpret everything properly and find the best course of action for you.

By the way, if you need an EMG like I did...then just pray...because that test sucks. And basically at the end of the day, the full cause was never discovered, but they assured me it would get better...even without a known cause...which confused me. But with a little PT, minor corrections, and a little time, I was all set.

Cliffs:

-See a specialist
-I had it...reason wasn't fully known...don't stress if the cause isn't fully revealed
-Good luck

Thanks for the input and advice. I had the MRI this morning and they should have the results by Tuesday. I will have to wait and see. Went to the gym after the MRI and had a great workout. Got in the car and hit a little traffic on the way home and bam !!!! Had to get out and pull over. Fire in my foot. The most painful thing I have ever experienced. It basically gets nuts when I drive for more than 20 mins. Sitting in the house or at work isn't too bad, but driving is the worst.

 

[-b-]

I have a great idea - listen to a doctor over people on the Internet

 

[jackdiggler]

I have a great idea - listen to a doctor over people on the Internet[/QUO

I didn't like my first opinion from the foot doc, that's why I asked some of the bros on here. I did it for piece of mind. Some of the people on here have some good insight and real life experiences.

 

[-b-]

Valid point. Let us know what you end up finding the problem to be?

 

[jackdiggler]

Update

Slipped disk sitting near the sciatic. Going for a epidural shot this week and then to a chiropractor.

 

[littlefoot]

I have a great idea - listen to a doctor over people on the Internet

I have a great idea - listen to a doctor over people on the Internet[/QUO

I didn't like my first opinion from the foot doc, that's why I asked some of the bros on here. I did it for piece of mind. Some of the people on here have some good insight and real life experiences.

He asked for experiences and advice. It's always a good idea to have topics to bring up to the doctor as he can either dismiss them as rubbish or seriously consider them. I've done research online and I'd tell my doctor and he'd explain to me that ABC research ideas were highly unlikely scenarios, but DEF were possible and he'd order the requisite tests if they were necessary or if he felt I wanted them.

Slipped disk sitting near the sciatic. Going for a epidural shot this week and then to a chiropractor.

Hmmm. Good luck. Isn't an epidural a really large needle?

 

[bdodge]

A few things I can think of that would cause this:

-Blood clot

-Pinched nerve

-Sciatica

-Narrowing of the spinal column, tears in spine beyond the norm (usually genetic)

-DNP use Can you explain how dnp would cause this-Rapid weight loss

-Complete randomness (As in, doctors have no clue)

In 2010 I suffered from neuropathy. My spinal column is narrowing a bit, so I've had to make sure to wear supportive shoes, and I honestly try not to go H.A.M. on back squats or any exercise that puts too much pressure on the back.

Here's the thing though, the doctors (you really should go see a neuro/spine specialist, NOT just your GP) really didn't know what the full cause of it was. Part of it, literally, is that I cross my legs when I'm sitting, and the leg resting on the knee put pressure on it which caused the myelin sheath to wear down over time and leave the nerve damaged/exposed. Also had an office job...sat all day, sometimes had a laptop on my lap. Anyway, I got better over time as I stopped doing that.

I had to have an MRI (I'm a little claustrophobic so it kind of sucked, if you're claustrophobic at all (you might not even know it so take precaution), ask your GP for a valium or something similar and see if you can get a 3T (or higher) MRI machine. DON'T go for the open MRI, as the images are poorer, and you might be a little more comfortable, but the images won't help the doctor as much.

You really need to see a specialist though, because for example, the GP would be totally confused (unless they had some sort of hobby involving radiology) by looking at your images. NOW, the images are sent to a radiologist EVERY TIME so you will get a thorough report regardless (don't read it, it'll confuse the hell out of you, just look for the word >unremarkable< and you're good ) but your specialist will be able to interpret everything properly and find the best course of action for you.

By the way, if you need an EMG like I did...then just pray...because that test sucks. And basically at the end of the day, the full cause was never discovered, but they assured me it would get better...even without a known cause...which confused me. But with a little PT, minor corrections, and a little time, I was all set.

Cliffs:

-See a specialist
-I had it...reason wasn't fully known...don't stress if the cause isn't fully revealed
-Good luck

can you explain how DNP may cause this.....curious

 

[littlefoot]

can you explain how DNP may cause this.....curious

Unfortunately, DNP is a compound that hasn't be studied extensively, so I cannot provide a specific study. I can, however, mention that is has caused this exact problem (neuropathy) in myself and another user on this board. Same dosage...same source.

I would speculate the rapid weight loss might have something to do with it. Oxidative stress and acute glucose deprivation caused by the DNP might be part of it...

My recommendation...don't go too high on the dosing and keep the cycles to a few weeks. You should have no problems from 1-2 capsules per day for that time frame. If you go for a lot longer at any higher dose, you may experience a fair amount of issues.

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[jahwobble]

Do you keep your wallet in your right back pocket?

You may have wallet neuropathy.

 

[jackdiggler]

Do you keep your wallet in your right back pocket?

You may have wallet neuropathy.

No.

 

[trenlover]

nerve damage

hey bro, i have super bad neuropathy in my feet from being in ICU for 2 mos....they cant give me a definite cause more than likely from anoxia, or being in one positon too long when i was in ICU. but the bottom line is it is not curable, at least mine is not.

i went to several doctors and none could help finally i went to a neurologist who put me on 10 mg methadone twice a day and gabapentin at 2700mg per day. it really helped alot. if you have what i have which small fiber neuropathic pain, i am sorry. it cannot be cured, they can mask the pain a bit with methadone though.

the pain was so bad in the beginning it brought tears to my eyes, espescially at night. the methadone and gabapentin have helped more than anything and i am now able to walk pretty much normal, although running is out of the question.

the pain did ease up over the past 3 years, but it feels numb and like their are a million little needles sticking in my feet all at the same time. you learn to live with it and keep pushing through the pain. when my feet really start hurting sometimes i push harder and sometimes i have to sit down. go see a good neurologist and ask him about methadone to help with the pain. pm me if i can help. good luck bro.

 

[littlefoot]

hey bro, i have super bad neuropathy in my feet from being in ICU for 2 mos....they cant give me a definite cause more than likely from anoxia, or being in one positon too long when i was in ICU. but the bottom line is it is not curable, at least mine is not.

i went to several doctors and none could help finally i went to a neurologist who put me on 10 mg methadone twice a day and gabapentin at 2700mg per day. it really helped alot. if you have what i have which small fiber neuropathic pain, i am sorry. it cannot be cured, they can mask the pain a bit with methadone though.

the pain was so bad in the beginning it brought tears to my eyes, espescially at night. the methadone and gabapentin have helped more than anything and i am now able to walk pretty much normal, although running is out of the question.

the pain did ease up over the past 3 years, but it feels numb and like their are a million little needles sticking in my feet all at the same time. you learn to live with it and keep pushing through the pain. when my feet really start hurting sometimes i push harder and sometimes i have to sit down. go see a good neurologist and ask him about methadone to help with the pain. pm me if i can help. good luck bro.

What happened that had you in the ICU? And neuropathy is reversible depending on the cause, I'm sorry that yours is not

 

[bdodge]

Unfortunately, DNP is a compound that hasn't be studied extensively, so I cannot provide a specific study. I can, however, mention that is has caused this exact problem (neuropathy) in myself and another user on this board. Same dosage...same source.

I would speculate the rapid weight loss might have something to do with it. Oxidative stress and acute glucose deprivation caused by the DNP might be part of it...

My recommendation...don't go too high on the dosing and keep the cycles to a few weeks. You should have no problems from 1-2 capsules per day for that time frame. If you go for a lot longer at any higher dose, you may experience a fair amount of issues.

**broken link removed**

not to hijack but how long did it take to go away....I have been off dnp for 6 weeks but have bi-lateral numbness in both feet that is sciatic related for sure....I do also have high hamstring tears in both glutes that I thought was the cause...now you mention DNP ....has me freaked out.

 

[Brutis]

look up PAD

It sounds like its definitely a blood circulation problem! People who get blood clots are drivers, and any job while sitting for hours on end, computers! Its not lower back or siatic though.

 

[jackdiggler]

It sounds like its definitely a blood circulation problem! People who get blood clots are drivers, and any job while sitting for hours on end, computers! Its not lower back or siatic though.

Had a Doppler/sonogram on my legs/feet. This came back with normal readings. My MRI confirmed that I have a bulging disk resting near the sciatic, which is causing the foot pain.