periphal Neuropathy

[mntman]

I have periphal Neuropathy. I have a lot of pain, burning and tingling in my legs. I have been on Neurontin for several years.and lately have tried Lyrica. I seem to be getting immune to these drugs and cannot find any relief for my pain. Does anyone have any suggestions?

[Ivanpiano]

Looking for a professional pianist who has experienced  longterm peripheral neuropathy as a side-effect from cancer chemotherapy, specifically taking FOLFOX6. What has been your experience?

[Abhijeet Deshmukh, MD]

Hello.

The cause behind your neuropathy has to be diagnosed. Do you have diabetes? it is one the commonest causes of peripheral neuropathy. You should also rule out vitamin deficiency, especially vitamin B12.

Have you done the electromyography and the nerve conduction study?

Regards  

[Abhijeet Deshmukh, MD]

Hello.

Playing piano, if it a newly learnt art, involves a lot of wrist work. The muscles around the wrist are constantly being used. This may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel is a passage from which all the tendons of the forearm muscles enter the hand.

Here's is some more information about the carpal tunnel -
http://www.pianomap.com/carpal_tunnel.html

The median nerve is compressed in the tunnel. This leads to neuropathy. There is pain, tingling, weakness, etc. in the hand.

Have you been playing the piano since a long time? Do you think you may have the carpal tunnel?

Regards

[sunnybeach]

Can anyone develop neuropothy in the hands from piano playing???

[TessJackson]

I am taking Neurontin too.  In addition I have been taking Epilim (which makes me drowsy due to other medication I take) but it does not seem to otherwise.  I also take LA Morph which is a slow release Morphine.  Doctors now seem very keen to use this as a pain relief because apparently it is quite safe and you can slowly increase the dosage until you have adequate pain relief.  I hope this is of help.   What caused your Neuropathy?  Mine was caused through taking a drug called Arava (or Letheudomide) for Rheumatoid Arthritis.