Re: Lipoatrophy of the bottom of feet --where in feet?

[Guest guest]

where in the soles of the feet is the padding lost? can you see the loss? is it in the heels or in the balls of the feet or both?

Thanks,

babeler

Re: Lipoatrophy of the bottom of feet

I have had some good success in relieving the pain caused by a reduction in cushioning of the soles of the feet of one of my patients using Traditional Chinese Acupuncture around the affected areas. I have found needling Kid1 (Yongquan) on the sole of the foot and Liv3 (Taichong) on the superior surface of the foot both between the 2nd and 3rd metatarsals to form an indispensable part of the point prescription. Why not try speaking to a local practitioner who specialises in treating hiv +ve patients? He may have some experience in this area and could help your body to provide it’s own pain relief without the need to rely too heavily on painkillers. Bridges, MBAcC (Member of the British Acupuncture Council)AcupuncturistLondon, UK

[Guest guest]

" where in the soles of the feet is the padding lost? can you see the

loss? is it in the heels or in the balls of the feet or both? "

I'd say that in my case, it's kind of everywhere. It' s not like it's

a cosmetic problem, though.