WHAT REALLY HELPS WITH BURNING FEET?

Burning soles of the feet, also known as burning feet syndrome, are painful, put a lot of strain on those affected and significantly affect their quality of life. On this page we would like to explain the causes, diagnostic methods and treatment options for burning feet in an understandable way.

Polyneuropathy as a cause of burning feetPolyneuropathy is a disease in which the nerves in the body are damaged. The causes are varied and not yet fully researched - injuries, bruises or inflammation can play a role. But a long-term very high blood sugar level or alcohol consumption can also be triggers. A distinction is made between central and peripheral neuropathies, both of which continuously send pain signals to the brain due to impaired nerve function.

Diagnosis of nerve damageDiagnosis of burning feet usually begins with a detailed medical history and physical examination. This includes nerve conduction velocity testing, which measures the speed of electrical impulses in the nerves. This is intended to identify potential nerve damage. Vibration sensation is also tested using a tuning fork, although reduced perception can indicate early nerve damage. In addition, imaging tests such as CT or MRI can be used to identify structural causes such as bone fractures or osteoarthritis, which can also lead to burning feet.

Treatment: From medication to cooling ointmentsSpecialized medications such as antiepileptics are often used for the medicinal treatment of burning feet. These were originally developed to treat epilepsy. Muscle relaxants can also be helpful, but of course the following also applies to these classes of medication: There is no effect without side effects.

Non-drug approaches such as exercise, lifestyle changes and iron supplements often form the basic therapy in conventional medicine. Home remedies and preventive measures such as exercise and stress management can also improve the individual's quality of life.

In recent years, cold therapies - such as cooling ointments or cryochambers - have been used more and more frequently, as they often offer direct symptom relief. This is where our cooling ointment Kalter Bruder® Relax comes in, which we have developed especially for people with restless legs, polyneuropathy and nerve pain.