I am trying to use Lidocaine (Lidoderm) patches for my arch pain. Its not plantar faciitis or a heel spur according the x-rays and MRIs. I am getting a neuropathy test in a couple of weeks but I am trying to address the pain now on my own as the podiatric solutions have not worked.

The patches are leftover from a back injury i had a couple of years ago. I put them on the bottom of my feet but they only seemed to lessen the pain slightly.

I am intrigued by your recommendations to put the patches on top of the feet or on the ankle. I was wondering if you had a diagram or photo of exactly what you do?

Also, do you know where I can find more information on using lidocaine patches for foot pain? I also plan on asking my PCP for lidocaine creaam b/c the patches seem to move around too much.

THanks for the help!!!!