What Causes Burning Feet Sensation
Burning feet sensation mostly seems to be a cause of concern at night and is unbearable in some cases. There is a specific factor affecting the burning feet syndrome. It is a lack of niacin (vitamin B3). However, there are also several other possible causes, as discussed below
- A secondary cause would be the use of shoes that do not allow the air to pass through or the type of socks that retain perspiration.
- Burning feet sensation can also be due to allergy to the dyes and chemicals in new hosiery or used for tanning leather or the rubber compounds in athletic shoes.Some times we may feel that these shoes smell like rubber.
- Another possible cause of scorching soles and tingling feet could be nerve inflammation.
- Diabetes mellitus can be one of the causes in elderly people.
Cure for Burning Feet Syndrome
- People suffering from burning feet sensation should wear leather shoes and not synthetic ones. If possible, socks should be changed halfway through each day.
- Eat green leafy vegetables, if possible in raw form, as it is very healthy in this condition and helps in early recovery as it contains enough vitamin B complex.
- Niacin is found in richest form in brewer’s yeast. Other sources are wheat bran, wheat germ, whole grain products, molasses, milk, green vegetables, beans, peas, peanuts, crude molasses, yoghurt and egg yolk, should be taken regularly.
Home Remedies for Burning Feet
- Niacinamide or Niacin (vitamin B3) should be added to the diet. Either one will accomplish the task of eliminating the sense of burning feet. Niacin generally causes the face to flush red and hot for a couple of minutes after swallowing it, while as it does not happen with Niacinamide.
- Vitamin B complex supplements- especially B1, B2 and pathothenic acid can reduce or eliminate the nerve inflammation and burning feet and vitamin B6 and B12 can eliminate the pins and needle sensation. Drink brewers yeast, stirred into water or any juice.
- Cold foot baths will stimulate and give strength to the feet.
- If your feet burn in one area (especially between your toes), a blister or athlete’s foot may be developing.
- In case the burning sensation of feet persists even after the above remedies it might be a sign of the onset of diabetes.
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My feet start to burn so badly after walking for about 2 hours. My feet have room to
Wiggle in the boot, running shoe or shoes.
I wear leather shoes and cotton socks. I must stop and take off my boot or shoe and rub my feet. The veins stick out and my feet are red in color, it takes all my energy out of me. After about 5 minutes I start to feel better. Why does this happen? I give myself foot baths, rub with foot cream, and make sure my feet are smooth and clean.
My boyfriend has a serious case of Grierson-Gopalan Syndrome AKA “Burning Feet Syndrome”. He consumes a lot of nutrients containing the B’s, however whether he is appropriately assimilating them…is another story. He is in his early 30′s, very thin (excessive appetite), dry skin, highly sensitive to chemicals and external stimuli ( sensitive to light). I’ve questioned hypothyroidism but don’t think it’s the cause. No tests have yet been performed, however just thought I’d inquire to seek any feedback concerning alternative causes which exclude blood sugar imbalance.
Any thoughts?
My father aged about 61 years blood sugar fasting 107 mg /dl post prandial 136 mg/dl, triglycride 356 with taking metformin 500 SR/day lipicard 200mg& mecobalamine/day
suffering burning sensation of both foot last 6 month.What is the remedy?
Burning feet syndrome is the unpleasant burning occurring in the feet usually at night. There are several causes for burning feet, among them diabetes, vitamin deficiency, are the main cause. The other cause can be decreased circulation in the feet.
Control diabetes if present. Take vitamins B1, B6, B12 and niacin. Fruits and vegetables contain plenty of vitamins and minerals in natural form, he can consume in plenty.
Quit smoking and alcohol, smoking cause’s decreased circulation in the feet.
Keep feet in cold and warm water alternatively, for 5 to 10 minutes, it increases the circulation.
Wear proper fitting shoes and shocks.
My grandfather is 79 years old and is suffering from diabetes and frequently gets high burning sensation in his feet including toes. He is undergoing ayurvedic treatment. Can you suggest why he has burning sensation and how can this condition be treated.