capsacin alcohol works best. (it is an oil)
There has never been a poster here who could tolerate it, that I
can remember.
If menthol is not working for you, then you do not have a typical sensory neuropathy.
Your pain may have a burning quality, but it may originate
in the joints or ligaments and not in the skin.
Ice is used today for both arthritis pain and ligament inflammation.
It is not recommended to apply it for long periods of time, since that reduces
circulation. But ice is useful for many.
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/ma...ticlekey=18347
You might want to search "magnets" on this forum. Application of a high gauss
magnet on the ankle may help with pain. I have used them and so has Brian.
Placement is a bit experimental, but they can really help with pain.(be willing to
move them around a bit to find the best spot)
Also I think Lidoderm patches are worth a try. These are numbing and put the
nerve to sleep.
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