Brief Answer: symptomatic approach is ideal for you Detailed Answer: Hello, I have read your query; I am sorry about your current health status. I see that you have undergone various surgeries in the back and the legs in the past. That is sad to know. Obviously, these number of surgeries could have lead to irritation of the nerves exiting from the lower back, the leg and the foot region. The cause for your chronic foot pain is obvious here. Yes, your sugar levels are relatively low. However, you are taking medicines for Diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. All these chronic diseases along with the surgeries, have definitely taken a toll on your nerves. As you know, diabetes itself causes peripheral neuropathy or sensory disturbance in the peripheral nerves causing tingling and numbness. Also, the drug Crestor causes some amount of numbness and pain in the nerves as well. Definitely, there is co-relation between all of these. Now, that the cause is obvious, we need to look at the solutions. I do not think there is a point in going for further surgeries as the previous ones have not helped you much either. You would definitely benefit by taking neurotropic drugs like Methylcobalamin and Vitamin B12. The medicine is available over the counter. You can take it on a daily basis to strengthen the nerves. You could do simple physiotherapy exercises to prevent further damage to the bones and the nerves. For the pain relief, simple analgesics like Motrin or Panadol will help. It is better for you to undergo symptomatic treatment and relief measures rather than looking at any active medical or surgical treatment now. This is broad overview of what I think is happening in you. Please let me know about the specific queries that you may have. Regards,

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Brief Answer: continue your medications Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX Diet change alone is not sufficient for you, you need to be on the drugs as well. Please do not stop taking any of the drugs that you are on. They are all essential for you. You would require to take 1500 mcg/day of Methylcobalamin, and around 500 to 1000 micrograms of Vitamin B 12 daily. These are the standard prescription dosages. You can safely take them at this dose. Blood flow to the extremities can very well be an issue. In any kind of peripheral vascular disease, and in fact in diabetes, the blood flow to the extremities is compromised. Definitely standing for 12 to 14 hrs a day causes pooling of blood in the periphery, with lack of oxygenated blood supply. You must keep your feet well covered with socks and stockings. No, you can take Tylenol as and when required. It is the best drug for your age with minimal damage to the kidneys. It is not a bad thing to do. Keep your limbs elevated while you go to sleep or lie down. Use 2 to 3 pillows under your feet. Do regular walking, that keeps your leg active and increases the blood circulation. Keep a good control on the existing illnesses, take your medicines regularly. Try good elastic crepe bandages or stockings to help prevent new vein formation in the legs. Try Methylcobalamin and vitamin B12 as well along with calcium supplements. As said earlier, symptomatic treatment is what you should look at now, with no active medical or surgical intervention. Take care and wish you good health

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Brief Answer: stretching exercises Detailed Answer: Hello, Physiotherapy exercises would be stretching exercises for your upper back, lower back, thigh and the calf muscles. These are simple stretching exercises. You can take the help of a physiotherapist for the same. You could also watch videos demonstrating the same online, and learn the exercises. Your physiotherapist can also try Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for you. This could be helpful too. Wish you good health. Take care!

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