On Pins and Needles: Living With Neuropathy

Living with the constant feeling of pins and needles may be a sign of Neuropathy. Dr. Aditi Ahlawat discusses how a Neurologist can help you understand your symptoms and find the best treatment path.
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[@roblove8354]

The lady neurologist presenting this is par excellence. Her delivery and content is superb. Rob from Adelaide

[@dorothyhalligan6033]

This lady is the best one I’ve seen explains everything so clearly certainly knows what she’s talking about hope to see her again

[@rocky7983]

To back and read my comment to her.

[@pearlfox3660]

Absolutely the best explanation !

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[@AK-pq4zz]

I've had peripheral neuropathy for over 10 years and have never heard of rediculopathy. After seeing this video I'm sure I have both. Also I had no idea that you could have neuropathy with just being pre-diabetic. This video is hands down the most informative video that I have come across in all these years of research. Thank you so much!

[@marjorjorietillman856]

I was diagnosed with the same thing recently! I don’t have diabetes, but they said I have pre diabetes. The ONLY real help I’ve found is STOP eating food that’s full of sugar. And Carbs turns into sugar once it gets into the system. Thus, I’ve gotten 50% better in one week by leaving sugar alone. I’ve had a sweet tooth for years, but I was in too much pain; therefore, I had to find relief. I’ve ended up in emergency twice, and I felt like checking out of life. I’ve lessened by sugar and carbohydrates by 70% and I’m shocked that I’m 50% better. And I lost a little weight, but I must loose more. Sugar and Carbs are my worst enemy, it might be yours as well! And I take at least 2 Celebrex daily. I’m going to add a supplement named Alpha Lipoic Acid and exercise and I believe I’ll can be happy again!! 😊 And no more wanting to check out!!

[@AK-pq4zz]

@@marjorjorietillman856 Thank you so much for your response and you are correct on all accounts! I was doing really well a few years ago going on low carb and no sugar diet then I got back on the sugar train :( I am just now going back to that diet again... I have always worked out due to being under weight. Totally confused the Dr's around here because I don't fit in their box for having the problems I have. It's frustrating. I tried alpha lipoic acid years ago and will try that again as well. The night pain is just so horrible! I use nervive cream and it helps some as well as homemade arnica oil. Thanks again! It helps to know I'm not alone ;)

[@jeanpierre9305]

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[@pasinettataylor1534]

I'm just finding out that I'm pre-diabetic in November what I wanna ask is do you have any burning and numbness or any itching in your feet and legs

[@AK-pq4zz]

Yes all of them.

[@Gigi-nv5ev]

What an outstanding teacher & communicator! She is extremely knowledgeable about the subject. Many thanks!

[@huha47]

About 20 years ago the bottoms of my feet felt like leather, after a number of examinations, no one was, able to pinpoint the problem, but eventually went away. About a year ago this sensation returned, along with a burning/tingling sensation, with no significantly loss of nerve activity. Lauter I learned about neuropathy and possible solutions. What has worked for me is a Supplement, alpha lapoic acid, 600mg 3x a day, it pays to get a quality one. I no longer have this burning sensation, but still working on my feet and taking the supplement daily. It may or may not work for everyone. I also had an insulin resistance test, and am clean.

[@donrogers3270]

This woman really knows a lot about neurology!!!!

[@johniodice7825]

After seeing several neurologists and two EMG tests, NOBODY ever told me that I CLEARLY have radiculopathy Respectfully, Dr. Ahlawat, physical therapy did NOTHING for me - and as for staying active, that sounds great and makes a great deal of sense, but when you have, as I do, an unsteady gait, and a fear of falling flat on my face, clearly is not viable (and VERY frustrating). At least for me. You suggest that we just have to live with this, which depresses me no end - but I am most grateful to you for a very informative and enlightening discussion.

[@suew4609]

I feel the same as you. Physical therapy HURTS! Exercise hurts, too. If I just go out to dinner for a couple of hours I need to spend the next day or two in bed to recover. I have idiopathic large and small fiber neuropathy, plus fibromyalgia. I fell and broke my arm recently and I’m now afraid to go out alone. I’m a prisoner in my home. These neurologists don’t know enough about causes or meds that help. Those EMGs are torture, too. I hope you find something that helps your pain. Some people say marijuana helps, but you have to fund the right strain. This and Advil were suggested to me by the “experts” at UCSF. I couldn’t believe it! So, in other words they had nothing to help me and certainly no cure. But Advil? Did they really think that I hadn’t tried Advil in 15 years? I felt insulted! That was one of the first things I tried. It doesn’t touch neuropathic pain, but not much does. Have you gone to a pain specialist? You should try that; they I can give you some stronger medication, ie. opiates, that will take the edge off the pain. Try marijuana, too, it helps some people. If you have trouble sleeping I suggest Ambien. For some reason Ambien reduces my pain tremendously. If I could take it during the day, I would. I guess because it affects the brain it helps. Good luck🙏🏻🤗

[@FranciscaParedes-sj4ts]

Dr. Aditi Ahlawat explains peripheral neuropathy so well. Thank you.

[@nancybryant4325]

Thanks! This is the best explanation of neuropathy I've ever heard.

[@steveroberson1488]

This presentation was comprehensive, complete , & indicated the precise conditions that I feel apply to my condition, thank you so much for this straight forward revue !

[@ranger2316]

Thank you, I'm going to get this checked out!

[@larrybair2029]

Dr.,Your video was very informative ,interesting & well delivered. Please continue to do more . Thank you !

[@TheRobynbrown]

Excellent comprehensive presentation, the best I've seen and I've watched a lot and done a lot of research ! - thank you. Now I know exactly where I'm headed and what I should do and who I should see.

[@Gang-gan]

Amazing! An enlightening & well informed video on neuropathy. I did not know I would be so interested in neurology until I seen this! Hope to see You make more videos in the future...

[@ahmedvahed5794]

Thank you for your simple explanations of neuropathy and its symptoms. I now have a better appreciation of it and can seek the right help.

[@Dwightinho56]

Thank you for this video. Very informative. I’m new to this diagnosis and was on the hunt for clear and consise help and suggestions.

[@duffield55aj]

I have had PN for 25 year and I'm now 68 years old, it is very severe and the pain is bad all the time. I have to wear shorts because trousers are to painful when they touch my skin. I have seen 7 neurologists of which two were professors. It seams to me science knows a lot about PN but not a lot about what can be done. I am not diabetic and don't drink alcohol, I've had nerve release surgery 2 years ago which made the PN worse. I've noticed if I lift something heavy my feet go into horrific pain and then take some days to settle down. I've tried most drugs but with little effect, the only thing a really recommend is walk miles regularly even in pain it gives me a little relief.

[@faith769]

Excellent job explaining all of this. Now I need to find neurologist to figure it all out. I had a laminectomy and cervical infusion done in January 2022 but, I'm still a trainwreck. Thx so much and kind regards.

[@riseupbloom9836]

Excellent information. Thank you for clearly explaining the problems and treatments for these ailments.

[@bridgetburton702]

Wonderful explanation! Thank you!

[@finallyfindinganansa2580]

Thank you I have been suffering for quite some time now. And I knew it was nerve damage and you have explained it so well. I’m making an appointment with a neurologist

[@richardsatyavan2254]

Excellent Presentation. Very informative.

[@jerrygrayson8421]

Her presentation is fantastic, I am a diabetic type 2 with leg neuropathy.

[@aw7425]

This is the best recap I have seen. Thank you. Have had 7 emg tests and have severe sciatica for 2 yrs but all I hear is you have neuropathy and no mention of the other one you described even though I’ve had PAE neck surgery to reduce impingements and suffer with lower back right side pain. Open to ideas

[@GaryPaxton-dd5ji]

I'm 72, Type 2 diabetic, and have neuropathy in both of my feet. Her remarks about feeling like a sock is balled up in my shoes was right on. Her presentation was excellent and informative. Thank you.

[@johngentry5982]

Thank you dear lady! You are the absolute best I have ever heard. I hope your superiors understand how good you are!!

[@shamimrahman1923]

A very beautiful speaker and explains so clearly andnicely. Such a pleasant voice. Really a pleasure to listen to her

[@deemettler9217]

Thank you, I have had neuropathy for 26 years. This is the most information I have ever had.

[@mattasrinivasmohan5808]

Great video, thanks Dr Aditi.. Content & presentation are superb.

[@terrydouglasjayasuriya5162]

Excellent presentation with great clarity. Thank you,

[@sherryholloway7546]

Excellent discussion! You made it plain. Thank you.

[@LELOOSHIAN]

Very good presentation on this subject! The best so far as of all doctors I have been listening to. It’s amazing how I have had the EMG test and yet I still don’t know what happens with the test. The doctor was very vague in his diagnosis. He hardly talked to me and with some of my questions he was so dismissive with his short answers, and declared the test results were normal. I wish I could find a great doctor (neurologist) like her here in Chicago area.👏🤷‍♂️

[@narayanaraokakaraparthi4538]

You are wonderful Dr. Your understanding of the disease and treatment are awesome. It seems it is an incurable disease at present.😮

[@johnanthony9860]

This is a very beautiful n detailed presentation of the problems arising from neuropathy.She has covered vast areas of Neuropathy. Thank you.

[@jwise3023]

Thank for sharing the information. Very helpful. I will get myself to the doctor to see what I need to do. I think this may run in my family.

[@saozzie]

Excellent. Very helpful. Thank you!

[@nazneenakhter3898]

True it's an unique present ion. Thank you so much.

[@palakkilkesavan8640]

Best ever explanations and suggestions!

[@linda7726]

Excellent presentation! Thank you!

[@antoniotan2787]

Looking forward to see more of you words about neuropathy....

[@annejames890]

I love this informative video , it’s amazing . Thank you so much .

[@marlinbautista9767]

I love the way she explained. very clear. thanks for educating us. God bless

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@velumuru5060]

Good explanation about neuropathy as well radiculopathy, as i have ever seen before this type of video clip, thanks for sharing this useful chapter.

[@anette5468]

Incredible information thank you so much for explaining it so well and for not making it scary🙏

[@anette5468]

@Nitty may Annette what herbs did you take if I can ask?

[@JamesKing2understandinglife]

Anette you need to be scared. You must alter your diet to stop diabetic neuropathy. Watch Beat Diabetes.

[@irmaaranda4778]

Totally agree Wish she would practice In Chicago !

[@oojimmyflip]

@@irmaaranda4778 shes selling snake oil, there is no cure, I know Ive got it bad in my legs and feet.if there was a cure for nerve damage there would be no crippled people in the world think about it all those people you see in wheelchairs paralysed would be walking around miraculously healed.

[@carolerichard5250]

Go no sugar and low carb! Intermittent fasting. Helps a lot.

[@muidang2673]

Thank you so much for explaining this topic so well and in depth

[@garyj1709]

Very good video! Thank you! You mentioned several issues that I have been dealing with for some time. I have had x-rays and will get an MRI of my spine in two weeks. I will ask my neurologist about the rediculopathy specifically, "foot drop[" and the EMG test. Sounds encouraging! I'd call to make an appointment but I live in the Portland, Oregon area so you are a bit too far away! Thanks again for your very informative video!

[@henrikoenig9258]

Thank you very much for this excellent explanation about all these

[@cristinanue5362]

this is the best explanation of neuropathy I have ever heard, I wish I could have this Doctor as my neurologist, I have learned so much about this illness from this video it is amazing, thank you

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@kathycole1]

Thank you for the most thorough explanation of peripheral neuropathy you have explained everything with excellence and I understood you very well. If I lived in your area, I would definitely come see you for my neuropathy. Thank you so much.😊

[@christineannechristou5388]

This doctor explains everything so well.

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@carlenelewis3034]

Good morning my feet or num whow can reach you

[@lalagaramastri]

she shares all information ..

[@Lizmiller280]

Excellent presentation. Thank you.

[@nomzamozondo8410]

I am saving this video. So much information! thank you doctor

[@johnsullivan6303]

Very professional and detailed. I wish I could get your treatment. I am from Rochester, NY.

[@hafeezsubhan9452]

Dr.Aditi excellent explanation I am a diabetics for long time and I don't have any complication for now but with your advise I will ask my my Dr to check my feet and check vitamin 12, man you are great keep it up GOD BLESS YOU SPECIAL THANKS TO DR.ADITI

[@vickylanding2830]

God’s grace and his mercy 🙏

[@fatimamelo3858]

Nice soothing voice and clear explanation of this awfull illness

[@petebrandon8164]

Very thorough explanation- thank you- very reassuring

[@fasterbucks9384]

Thank you Aditi, that was a great presentation 🙏

[@petermcdonough7172]

Thank you for this information, well done!!!

[@mayhampson4896]

Thank you for your help. Quite informative ,and useful

[@harbhajansingh3539]

Fantastic! This the best presentation I seen or read 0n neuropathy. Thanks.

[@evamarie558]

Yes, I agree.

[@health-4-wealth589]

love your work Doc

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[@charliebassoon954]

Great video. I developed it after chemotherapy for bowel cancer. Thanks for the most comprehensive explanation and calming fears.

[@pattylaporte7250]

Amazing information thank you some much. You have made me understand so much more about this condition.

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@randauwimmer3369]

Very informative. Very professional. Provides peace of mind. Thank you Dr.

[@kirank809]

True 👍

[@YBudho]

Very interesting ! Thank you for this information

[@niazsindhu2016]

Your explanation is very good very clear thanks

[@WEIKOV69]

That was awesome. I wish you were in Canada. I agree with you regarding physical exercise. Thank you.

[@evacuevas5506]

Thank you so much for this very informative video.

[@subbannar7319]

Very good explanation.

[@bimolchandranaoroibam9571]

Very helpful for my feet burning problem.

[@markz.5891]

Very good video Dr. Alawaz. Thank you

[@coreenrule9334]

Thank you for your nice information cause many people now have this problem i am massage therapist at same time i continue to study physical theraphist.

[@alcormedina3885]

Excellent and very informative we need doctors like you who knows how to disect explanations

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@vrushabhjoshi5882]

EMG se pata lagta hai kya neuropathy hai ya nahi ?

[@waynecoker9282]

Thanks for the info.

[@prashantsaga]

Thankuuuu so much maam for your valueuble information .. 👍

[@rukiyamohamed7395]

Very well explained, experiencing the same and diabetic.Learnt a lot.

[@michaelstevenson877]

Excellent explanation. The lady Dr.is correct on causes.won't bore you with my neuropathy.damaged spine resulting in cauda equina.rare caused by heavy lifting.five yes.ago surgery on spine.have the symptoms she describes foot numbness pins @ needles feeling of crumpled up sock under toes left foot only.tried all exercises still do everyday now five years on no change

[@derekwessels]

Thank you so much...I've enjoyed the discussion& now understand more about neuropathy which i have Very very interesting.

[@alicepotter8165]

I just feel that I have sand in my shoes or socks.

[@antoniotan2787]

Great discussion... Very informative... Now I know why I feel the numbness tingling and burning sensation... Thank you very much, you enlighten me so much...

[@mjenks85]

You and many others have this the the moment. Compression socks help, stay moving, hydrated. Eat green its poor blood flow. Force yourself to exercise.

[@EskimoLady870]

Have same,problem, I wear compression socks it really help

[@meytber8026]

Great presentation! Informative and succinct. I believe referral to physical therapy is indeed a great treatment option and usually very beneficial.

[@geltalefasiviri8568]

Very informative. Thank you 👍

[@marisavillareal5414]

very awesome , I learnt so much since all my symptom now i felt is more clear now to me by watching your video . Thanks so much for your extensive explanation

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@jonrettich4579]

Profoundly useful for a dear friend of mine. I wish you great success

[@denisesloan152]

Great explanation!!!! I feel better about getting help now!!!! Thank You!!!!!

[@evamarie558]

I do too. I've been to every kind of Dr but a Neurologist and after seeing this, this is the kind of dr I should have gone to first. So now, I want to get a referral from my PCP to go see one.

[@evamarie558]

I think I have Autonomic neuropathy.

[@joelrey1896]

I like this Dr.she is a good lecturer

[@ip3931]

Thank you Dr!

[@patellison2271]

Excellent presentation Thank You

[@roselucht4583]

I had neuropathy in my feet and ankles. I had all the tests. The Neurologist does not know what was the cause. I also the podiatrist for horrific foot pain. I wore a boot for two weeks the pain left. I finally bought some barefoot minimalist sandals and some correct toes. My neuropathy is almost completely gone now! I exercise my feet muscles and am thrilled! I found my own answers !

[@sherricurtright5560]

Wow that is wonderful

[@gavinmartin8132]

how long did you have the neuropathy?

[@vjgibs]

What exactly u did

[@daisymiller6750]

Thank you this pain is awful!!

[@matt75hooper]

I dont feel it at all while standing, working, etc. I get home and sit down or lay down Yamma Hamma my tootsies are on fire. First time ever- it woke me up. Damn.

[@gudlutripathy3283]

Everything else discussed in detail...love from lndia....

[@faystalker9851]

Thanks for the info

[@manbtm1]

Excellent video.

[@opheliaenriquez9956]

Thank you for explaining Neurapathy. And different medications.

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@steveg6157]

I am trying to pay attention to the subject matter, but this is the prettiest woman I have ever seen in my life.

[@borisjambresic6025]

Thank You very much.

[@dianenaylor2104]

So informative, thanks! I’m pre-diabetic and my PCP says my neuropathy is not caused by that. However, my Neurologist said indeed it is. I’ve had EMG/NCV on all 4 extremities and that’s what it showed. It’s nice to hear another specialist say pre diabetes can also cause this. I think many primaries don’t understand this. I wish I knew about this earlier.

[@JamesKing2understandinglife]

Diane I recommend watching Beat Diabetes to learn to completely reverse your Pre diabetes with diet alone...by avoiding refined carbohydrates, sugar, fructose, high glycemic foods, like oat meal, all breads made with wheat, rye or oats. Your neuropathy will stop getting worse once you stop the inflamation caused by your diet. Avoid all seed oils. Beat Diabetes and pre diabetes. It is what you eat and drink.

[@carmelcrawford7583]

Vedry imformative now i know what is hqpening to me.

[@margarettait9879]

@@carmelcrawford7583 Iam in terabel painful feet and han

[@margarettait9879]

hands. I wish I had known this beforeas I have 0stoarithritis for20 years and then I may not have so much operations or pain.

[@tahaniahmedmahfouz2862]

I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

[@bonrikistation1025]

thank you beautiful doctor this movie is perfect...

[@sergeyn2351]

This teacher is so beautiful so I decided to learn about diabetes more.

[@gailjackson8941]

Very informative!

[@jamesgardner9583]

Very informative pretty doctor 👌 Brother James 🙏