On Pins and Needles: Living With Neuropathy

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  • Опубликовано: 19 июн 2024
  • 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
    @roblove8354 Год назад +20

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

  • @huha47
    @huha47 Год назад +9

    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.

  • @dorothyhalligan6033
    @dorothyhalligan6033 3 года назад +118

    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
      @rocky7983 2 года назад +6

      To back and read my comment to her.

    • @pearlfox3660
      @pearlfox3660 2 года назад +3

      Absolutely the best explanation !

    • @urmilaverma652
      @urmilaverma652 2 года назад +1

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    • @urmilaverma652
      @urmilaverma652 2 года назад +2

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    • @urmilaverma652
      @urmilaverma652 2 года назад +1

      @@pearlfox3660 oo oo

  • @AK-pq4zz
    @AK-pq4zz Год назад +51

    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
      @marjorjorietillman856 Год назад +14

      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
      @AK-pq4zz Год назад +5

      @@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
      @jeanpierre9305 Год назад +2

      @@AK-pq4zz 4

    • @pasinettataylor1534
      @pasinettataylor1534 5 месяцев назад

      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
      @AK-pq4zz 5 месяцев назад

      Yes all of them.

  • @johniodice7825
    @johniodice7825 Год назад +6

    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
      @suew4609 Год назад +1

      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🙏🏻🤗

  • @duffield55aj
    @duffield55aj 10 месяцев назад +4

    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.

  • @Gigi-nv5ev
    @Gigi-nv5ev 2 года назад +30

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

  • @ranger2316
    @ranger2316 2 года назад +4

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

  • @FranciscaParedes-sj4ts
    @FranciscaParedes-sj4ts 9 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @ahmedvahed5794
    @ahmedvahed5794 Год назад +3

    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
    @Dwightinho56 Год назад +2

    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.

  • @faith769
    @faith769 Год назад +1

    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.

  • @larrybair2029
    @larrybair2029 Год назад +11

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

  • @nancybryant4325
    @nancybryant4325 Год назад +12

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

  • @bridgetburton702
    @bridgetburton702 2 года назад +5

    Wonderful explanation! Thank you!

  • @steveroberson1488
    @steveroberson1488 Год назад +7

    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 !

  • @TheRobynbrown
    @TheRobynbrown 10 месяцев назад +3

    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.

  • @donrogers3270
    @donrogers3270 Год назад +6

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

  • @Gang-gan
    @Gang-gan 2 года назад +22

    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...

  • @richardsatyavan2254
    @richardsatyavan2254 2 года назад +12

    Excellent Presentation. Very informative.

  • @jerrygrayson8421
    @jerrygrayson8421 Год назад +1

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

  • @terrydouglasjayasuriya5162
    @terrydouglasjayasuriya5162 2 года назад +2

    Excellent presentation with great clarity. Thank you,

  • @jwise3023
    @jwise3023 Год назад +1

    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.

  • @shamimrahman1923
    @shamimrahman1923 Год назад +1

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

  • @narayanaraokakaraparthi4538
    @narayanaraokakaraparthi4538 Год назад +4

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

  • @saozzie
    @saozzie 2 года назад +2

    Excellent. Very helpful. Thank you!

  • @LELOOSHIAN
    @LELOOSHIAN Год назад +1

    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.👏🤷‍♂️

  • @nazneenakhter3898
    @nazneenakhter3898 2 года назад +8

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

  • @antoniotan2787
    @antoniotan2787 2 года назад +2

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

  • @riseupbloom9836
    @riseupbloom9836 2 года назад +14

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

  • @aw7425
    @aw7425 2 года назад +7

    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

  • @finallyfindinganansa2580
    @finallyfindinganansa2580 2 года назад +15

    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

  • @mattasrinivasmohan5808
    @mattasrinivasmohan5808 2 года назад +3

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

  • @linda7726
    @linda7726 2 года назад

    Excellent presentation! Thank you!

  • @GaryPaxton-dd5ji
    @GaryPaxton-dd5ji 3 месяца назад

    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.

  • @annejames890
    @annejames890 Год назад +2

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

  • @henrikoenig9258
    @henrikoenig9258 Год назад

    Thank you very much for this excellent explanation about all these

  • @goodintentions1302
    @goodintentions1302 Год назад +14

    Mine went from the balls of my feet, burning, stabbing & extremely painful, every step was torture & it didn't go to my hands, but instead up to mid hips. A night's sleep & it was better. A few days of rest & it went back to just the balls of my feet, like it'd been for 19 years. I've been at an ideal weight for my height. I've been diagnosed with Lupus that started at 14 & I'm now 73. ☮️💞🙏🏼

    • @carolinepetal6708
      @carolinepetal6708 Год назад +2

      Praying for your good health and continued longevity!

  • @palakkilkesavan8640
    @palakkilkesavan8640 2 года назад

    Best ever explanations and suggestions!

  • @Lizmiller280
    @Lizmiller280 2 года назад

    Excellent presentation. Thank you.

  • @petebrandon8164
    @petebrandon8164 Год назад +1

    Very thorough explanation- thank you- very reassuring

  • @johnanthony9860
    @johnanthony9860 2 года назад +5

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

  • @garyj1709
    @garyj1709 8 месяцев назад

    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!

  • @fasterbucks9384
    @fasterbucks9384 Год назад +2

    Thank you Aditi, that was a great presentation 🙏

  • @nomzamozondo8410
    @nomzamozondo8410 Год назад

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

  • @fatimamelo3858
    @fatimamelo3858 Год назад

    Nice soothing voice and clear explanation of this awfull illness

  • @anette5468
    @anette5468 2 года назад +61

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

    • @anette5468
      @anette5468 2 года назад +3

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

    • @JamesKing2understandinglife
      @JamesKing2understandinglife 2 года назад +5

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

    • @irmaaranda4778
      @irmaaranda4778 Год назад +3

      Totally agree Wish she would practice In Chicago !

    • @oojimmyflip
      @oojimmyflip Год назад

      @@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
      @carolerichard5250 Год назад +2

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

  • @deemettler9217
    @deemettler9217 2 года назад +5

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

  • @kathycole1
    @kathycole1 2 месяца назад

    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.😊

  • @velumuru5060
    @velumuru5060 2 года назад +17

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

  • @johnsullivan6303
    @johnsullivan6303 Год назад

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

  • @sherryholloway7546
    @sherryholloway7546 2 года назад +7

    Excellent discussion! You made it plain. Thank you.

  • @bimolchandranaoroibam9571
    @bimolchandranaoroibam9571 2 года назад +3

    Very helpful for my feet burning problem.

  • @petermcdonough7172
    @petermcdonough7172 Год назад

    Thank you for this information, well done!!!

  • @harbhajansingh3539
    @harbhajansingh3539 2 года назад +2

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

  • @health-4-wealth589
    @health-4-wealth589 2 года назад +7

    love your work Doc

    • @bibizorina2859
      @bibizorina2859 2 года назад

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  • @marlinbautista9767
    @marlinbautista9767 2 года назад +14

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

  • @YBudho
    @YBudho 2 года назад

    Very interesting ! Thank you for this information

  • @subbannar7319
    @subbannar7319 2 года назад +4

    Very good explanation.

  • @niazsindhu2016
    @niazsindhu2016 2 года назад

    Your explanation is very good very clear thanks

  • @pattylaporte7250
    @pattylaporte7250 2 года назад +1

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

  • @evacuevas5506
    @evacuevas5506 Год назад

    Thank you so much for this very informative video.

  • @hafeezsubhan9452
    @hafeezsubhan9452 2 года назад +13

    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

  • @prashantsaga
    @prashantsaga 2 года назад +1

    Thankuuuu so much maam for your valueuble information .. 👍

  • @cristinanue5362
    @cristinanue5362 2 года назад +15

    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

  • @muidang2673
    @muidang2673 2 года назад +5

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

  • @marisavillareal5414
    @marisavillareal5414 2 года назад +2

    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

  • @charliebassoon954
    @charliebassoon954 Год назад +3

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

  • @WEIKOV69
    @WEIKOV69 Год назад

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

  • @markz.5891
    @markz.5891 Год назад +1

    Very good video Dr. Alawaz. Thank you

  • @daisymiller6750
    @daisymiller6750 2 года назад +6

    Thank you this pain is awful!!

    • @matt75hooper
      @matt75hooper Год назад

      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.

  • @johngentry5982
    @johngentry5982 2 года назад +2

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

  • @mayhampson4896
    @mayhampson4896 2 года назад +4

    Thank you for your help. Quite informative ,and useful

  • @coreenrule9334
    @coreenrule9334 3 месяца назад

    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.

  • @derekwessels
    @derekwessels 7 месяцев назад

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

  • @patellison2271
    @patellison2271 Год назад

    Excellent presentation Thank You

  • @michaelstevenson877
    @michaelstevenson877 Месяц назад

    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

  • @ip3931
    @ip3931 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Dr!

  • @waynecoker9282
    @waynecoker9282 2 года назад

    Thanks for the info.

  • @christineannechristou5388
    @christineannechristou5388 2 года назад +7

    This doctor explains everything so well.

  • @joelrey1896
    @joelrey1896 Год назад

    I like this Dr.she is a good lecturer

  • @jonrettich4579
    @jonrettich4579 Год назад

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

  • @alcormedina3885
    @alcormedina3885 2 года назад +4

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

  • @manbtm1
    @manbtm1 2 года назад

    Excellent video.

  • @rukiyamohamed7395
    @rukiyamohamed7395 2 года назад +4

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

  • @jamesgardner9583
    @jamesgardner9583 Год назад +1

    Very informative pretty doctor 👌 Brother James 🙏

  • @estherdelaney9819
    @estherdelaney9819 2 года назад +3

    Would love to see this doctor….

  • @meytber8026
    @meytber8026 2 года назад +25

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

  • @opheliaenriquez9956
    @opheliaenriquez9956 2 года назад

    Thank you for explaining Neurapathy. And different medications.

  • @randauwimmer3369
    @randauwimmer3369 Год назад +10

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

  • @Nipponjayph
    @Nipponjayph 2 года назад +3

    Thanks I really enjoyed this video. Can I ask can neuropathy be caused by injury? My partner pulled all my toes and fingers and have experienced neuropathic pain in my feet for the past 4 months and my fingers have similar pain.

  • @roselucht4583
    @roselucht4583 2 года назад +7

    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 !

  • @gilgarcia3008
    @gilgarcia3008 Год назад +4

    I try to keep moving but can only stay on my feet for a limited amount of time because the pain increases to intolerable levels!

  • @gailjackson8941
    @gailjackson8941 2 года назад

    Very informative!

  • @bonrikistation1025
    @bonrikistation1025 Год назад

    thank you beautiful doctor this movie is perfect...

  • @sheronmurray3393
    @sheronmurray3393 2 года назад +1

    Very informative 👍

  • @gudlutripathy3283
    @gudlutripathy3283 Год назад

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

  • @dianenaylor2104
    @dianenaylor2104 2 года назад +27

    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
      @JamesKing2understandinglife 2 года назад

      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
      @carmelcrawford7583 2 года назад +2

      Vedry imformative now i know what is hqpening to me.

    • @margarettait9879
      @margarettait9879 Год назад +1

      @@carmelcrawford7583 Iam in terabel painful feet and han

    • @margarettait9879
      @margarettait9879 Год назад

      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
      @tahaniahmedmahfouz2862 Год назад

      I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders

  • @borisjambresic6025
    @borisjambresic6025 Год назад

    Thank You very much.

  • @faystalker9851
    @faystalker9851 Год назад

    Thanks for the info