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Location: Raleigh, NC
Registered: 10-02-2010
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Recently (the last two nights) I've experienced a burning aching sensation in one or both heels (noticeably enough to wake me up). It came and went throughout the night. Gently kneading my heel(s) seemed to help. I assume it's neuropathically related - just another wonderful KD affectation? Anybody else experiencing this?
Registered: 08-02-2009
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Hi Mike,

I haven't experienced the heel ache you describe. I have had a neuropathic tingling sensation (like pins and needles) in my feet at night.

There is a medication called gabapentin that is used for neuropathic pain. It might be worthwhile talking to your doctor about whether that's appropriate for you.
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Mike, I have experienced this also. My doctor said it was a form of neuropathy. He commented that if it ever got to a point where I could not sleep because of it, there is a medication that might help (see Dan's comment above).

For now I find it controllable. I placed a small soft pillow under my knee, calf and heel and it corrected the problem. I now use it every night. Give it a try and see if it helps. If not, talk with your doctor about a possible treatment.

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Thanks Bruce (and Dan). Fortunately it has only happened a couple of times and not in the last week or so. I'll try the pillow. Smiler
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Mike, the pain showed up for me about three years ago. I tried massage, but that didn't seem to help. The soft pillow made all the difference and for the last two years I haven't experienced any pain in the heel. Good luck!
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