Will Wearing a Different Pair of Shoes Help the Tingling in my Feet?

Dealing with the relentless tingling in the feet is one of the most overwhelming and frustrating symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Because the tingling can start at any minute, it begins to take control of your activities and your schedule. You might be in the middle of a shopping trip or simply taking a walk around the block when the tingling sensation sets in. In some cases, the tingling gets so bad that you just have to stop and get off your feet as soon as possible. People who suffer from peripheral neuropathy are constantly looking for treatment or relief from the discomfort. There are many suggestions for both temporary and long-term solutions to the tingling sensations of neuropathy. These solutions include everything from getting more exercise to the types of treatments we offer at Arrowhead Health Centers. What about the shoes you wear? Can they make a difference? Will wearing the right shoes help you avoid the tingling in your feet? Some people will respond to these questions with a resounding “Yes!” While there are many other proven and successful treatments for peripheral neuropathy, many people have noticed a significant decrease in the numbness and tingling by simply wearing a different type of shoes. In some cases, it could be that a person’s shoes just do not fit correctly. If shoes are too loose or too tight, it can definitely impact the frequency and overall severity of the tingling. There are shoes specifically designed to protect and support the feet of those with diabetes, which is one of the most common causes of peripheral neuropathy. These shoes are designed to accommodate pressure, or “hot spots,” on the feet. They are also built with rocker soles to reduce pressure in the areas of the foot that is susceptible to pain. Additionally, diabetic footwear comes with a high and wide toe box to allow more space for the toes and plenty of circulation. Shoes that have been designed specifically for those with diabetes are also made with excellent and customizable arch support. Good arch support should offer great shock absorption and ability to distribute pressure across the foot. To learn more about what shoes you should be wearing to help with the tingling you feel in your feet from peripheral neuropathy, give the experts at Arrowhead Health Centers a call today.