Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral Neuropathy describes damage to the peripheral nervous system, which transmits information from the brain and spinal cord to every other part of the body.

Neuropathy feels like sand pouring on my legs when the tingling sensation is tolerable, and I feel it all the time to some degree.

Too little or too much activity will make my legs sore, it feels similar to hitting my funny bone. My legs feel best when they’re supported and I’m laying down.

I’ve been told that exercise will improve my balance, co-ordination, and stability. But if I exercise too much it will only inflame the tingling sensation requiring me to rest. It’s a catch 22.

My efforts of improving myself are frustrating and slow. I have little balance, life is like standing on a ladder with one of the four legs shorter than the others. I always fear losing my balance and falling into someone. I need my space. My fingers, toes, and knees are stiff and don’t move smoothly. They feel like a door opening with rusted hinges, I’m surprised they don’t make creaking noises.