I'm not sure if anyone has tried this and I dont remember ever seeing it mentioned on any of these MS forums so I thought I would mention it.

I've been getting Anodyne Physical Therapy for my PN (Perpheral Neuropathy). It is a 12 week therapy. Usually 3 times a week for 4 weeks. I will type out from the paper what Anodyne Therapy is and how it works...

RESULTS MATTER, and here's how Anodyne works.
Up to 3,200% increased circulation within 20 minutes
Anodyne Therapy (Monochromatic Infrared Photo Energy or MIRE) is designed to maximize the effectiveness of infrared photo energy to increase circulation and reduce pain in the area to which it is applied.

The hypothesis of mechanism of action of MIRE is that the infrared photo energy causes the photo-dissociation of Nitic Oxide (NO) from the endothelial cells at the site of treatment and from hemoglobin in the red blood cells (RBC's). The continuous delivery of RBCs sustains the local increase of NO during delivery of Anodyne Therapy, resulting in vasodilation which can indirectly relieve pain caused by lack of blood flow. NO release may also directly contribute to the pain relief documented to occur during treatment.


ALSO..
Dr. Neil J. Goldberg MD, endocrinologist - Associate Professor of Medicine, UCLA states:
" During my 27 years in practice, I have cared for thousands of patients suffering from painful, microvascular problems caused by chronic conditions such as diabetes. When Anodyne Therapy is utilized as part of a comprehensive rehab plan of care, I have seen significant improvements in my patients' level of comfort and thier quality of life. Anodyne Therapy is the first treatment is the first treatment I have found that treats not just the symptoms, but also one of the underlying causes of the pain - poor microvascular blood flow."

NOW... When looking for Anodyne therapy.. You have to make sure you ask for ANODYNE THERAPY.. Some places say they have LIGHT therapy.. ITS NOT THE SAME...The Anodyne machine is different and MORE expensive. Only a FEW places have it. The machine cost $6,000.

It has helped my PN.. It hasnt gone totally but isnt nearly as bad as it was. One of my neurologists say I have Compression neuropathy. Anytime I put pressure on my feet, hands, elbows or things like that, THEN I get the neuropathy pain. Since the Anodyne, it hasnt been as frequent or strong.

I hope I have helped some. THOOOOOOO I also do excercises with the Anodyne..to get the circulation moving in my feet and hands.

HUGS to all,
Gina marie

I'm glad this treatment seems to be working for you Gina and thank you for bringing it to our attention.