If you have ever experienced a burning sensation in your feet, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Burning feet is actually very common and can people many reasons, including neuropathy- or nerve damage.

Burning feet feel hot and tingle, especially at night. Read on learn about the cause and treatments for burning feet and neuropathy.

WHAT CAUSES BURNING FEET?

Nerve Damage/Neuropathy: 
Nerve damage is also known as neuropathy, and occurs when the sensitive nerves of the feet are damaged. Neuropathy is usually caused by disease, when nerve fibers become overactive, misfiring, resulting in mixed messages being sent to the brain, including signals of pain, tingling, numbness, and heat.  Neuropathy is often caused by diabetes, and can also be caused by vitamin or mineral deficiency, alcohol abuse, or medication side effects.

Inflammatory Arthritis:
Pain caused by arthritis can also cause a burning feeling in affected joints.

Infections in the feet:
Infections cause inflammation, which can feel hot and cause discomfort. It is important to treat infections promptly to prevent the problem from spreading.

TREATMENT FOR NEUROPATHY/BURNING FEET

Treatment for neuropathy/burning feet will be determined by the cause of the issue. Many people have reported relief of these symptoms after using quality, custom fitted arch supports like we provide at Sensational Feet.

Other treatments include treating an infection if that is the cause, supplementing your vitamin/nutrient intake to resolve any deficiencies (vitamin B12 is often recommended), keeping blood sugar levels stable, and taking medication properly as directed by your doctor.

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