Thread: NP - typically worse when lying down?
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Old 09-18-2011, 03:41 AM
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Welcome to NeuroTalk:

Many people say that their PN is worse lying down. This may be due to whatever is wrong with you. Or it may be that sensory feelings are more noticeable when pressure is off the feet and you no longer are using your fingers.

There are priorities in the nervous system, and position is important so those nerves and your brain are "busy" when you are not lying down.

Within the sensory modes, cold will take priority over heat. This is why menthol gels and other topicals can help burning pain.

Can you tell us more about yourself? What your medical history is etc?
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