Feet starting to feel the cold so thermal sock & body thermometer advice needed

luminated

I have a neurological condition (Peripheral Neuropathy) in my feet and bottom half of my legs. It causes weird sensations of me feeling they are too hot, or too cold and I can't tell the difference.

So any tips on thermal type of socks that are thinnish and that work. I have bought 2.5 tog ones which are very thick and I can't get my shoes on. Hence why I need thinner ones.

I also need to tell if the surface temperature, of my feet/legs is normal, or not so am looking for a 'touch the skin' thermometer that can do this check for me when my my wife isn't around to have a feel, After which I can decide if I need to put on, or take off the thermal socks.

rogerblack

luminated wrote: »

I also need to tell if the surface temperature, of my feet/legs is normal, or not so am looking for a 'touch the skin' thermometer that can do this check for me when my my wife isn't around to have a feel, After which I can decide if I need to put on, or take off the thermal socks.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Digital-Infrared-IR-Thermometer-Temperature-Laser-Gun-50-to-380-/320863922381?pt=UK_BOI_Electrical_Test_Measurement_Equipment_ET&hash=item4ab4fae8cd or similar.

Cheap long-lasting battery, easy to read display.
To use, you simply put it against the surface, pull the trigger for a second or so, let go of the trigger, and read off the number.
It then turns itself off.

The 'inner ear' type ones won't work at all, as they only go down to 32C or so, which is way too high.

'thermalite' socks is as good as you'll get.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_from=R40&_nkw=thermolite%20socks&_fscr=1

This is closely woven microfibre.
There isn't anything really that insulates better, unless it's got aerogel inside, which is not usable for socks.

Otherwise - new shoes.

krisskross

My husband has peripheral neuropathy and he finds his UGG boots keep his feet nice and toasty warm. Don't need socks with them..

luminated

krisskross wrote: »

My husband has peripheral neuropathy and he finds his UGG boots keep his feet nice and toasty warm. Don't need socks with them..

UGG boots look so good but the prices - :eek:

I'm not sure if your husband is the same as me. My feet and lower legs drive me absolutely nuts with the hot/cold sensation - I can't tell which. My GP says there is no medication that can successfully treat this neuropathic pain so I'm on the look out for none GP tips.

It also has a very profound affect on my legs such I really can't walk far at all especially coupled wit ongoing balance issues that have dogged me for several years now. So I use two walking sticks and then a wheelchair these days.

rogerblack

luminated wrote: »

UGG boots look so good but the prices - :eek:

I'm not sure if your husband is the same as me. My feet and lower legs drive me absolutely nuts with the hot/cold sensation - I can't tell which. My GP says there is no medication that can successfully treat this neuropathic pain so I'm on the look out for none GP tips.

It also has a very profound affect on my legs such I really can't walk far at all especially coupled wit ongoing balance issues that have dogged me for several years now. So I use two walking sticks and then a wheelchair these days.

Have you considered applying for DLA?
It is possible you may be entitled, if you cannot walk without severe discomfort.

luminated

rogerblack wrote: »

Have you considered applying for DLA?
It is possible you may be entitled, if you cannot walk without severe discomfort.

Thanks for the thought Roger I get DLA HRM & MRC since January as I suffer multiple problems not just the feet & leg - like heart disease, ME/CFS & balance. I was awarded without a medical, or Tribunal, so must of been lucky as I know you've had your battles.

kusadasi040667

Apologies for butting in here, I just wanted to say that Krisskross and her husband are 100% correct about Ugg boots.
I have a mixed bag of neuropathies & CRPS both sensory ,organs & motor.I know Uggs are very expensive but they're really are worth the investment. It may sound silly but in my mind I purchase them in the same way I'd buy specialist crutches or similar as they are an aid to your particular issues & not just a fashion icon if that doesn't sound crackers.
I'm a wheelchair user but with smartcrutches I can walk a few steps inside and find Uggs will give support whereas if I try to walk in 'supermarket' cheaper versions I will fall over very quickly plus they don't keep your feet warm & make them sweat which is obviously to be avoided .I wouldn't recommend the knitted type though as there isn't the same support structure.My right leg is totally paralysed & draggs so boots get left behind but again Uggs don't let me down and stay in place! (I'm not on commission for Uggs I promise lol !). I hope that you find something that helps.

krisskross

kusadasi040667 wrote: »

Apologies for butting in here, I just wanted to say that Krisskross and her husband are 100% correct about Ugg boots.
I have a mixed bag of neuropathies & CRPS both sensory ,organs & motor.I know Uggs are very expensive but they're really are worth the investment. It may sound silly but in my mind I purchase them in the same way I'd buy specialist crutches or similar as they are an aid to your particular issues & not just a fashion icon if that doesn't sound crackers.
I'm a wheelchair user but with smartcrutches I can walk a few steps inside and find Uggs will give support whereas if I try to walk in 'supermarket' cheaper versions I will fall over very quickly plus they don't keep your feet warm & make them sweat which is obviously to be avoided .I wouldn't recommend the knitted type though as there isn't the same support structure.My right leg is totally paralysed & draggs so boots get left behind but again Uggs don't let me down and stay in place! (I'm not on commission for Uggs I promise lol !). I hope that you find something that helps.

They cost approx. 3 weeks of his AA money and last about a year so good use of the AA money.

SailorSam

Just noticed on the Lidl website they have a heated body warmer thing that goes on your back £14.99

Barneysmom

If you get in touch with these people they will sort you out exactly the right one for what you need so you won't waste money buying the wrong thing...


http://www.thermometersuperstore.co.uk/index.html

rogerblack

Barneysmom wrote: »

If you get in touch with these people they will sort you out exactly the right one for what you need so you won't waste money buying the wrong thing...


http://www.thermometersuperstore.co.uk/index.html

I could not find one on that site that would suit well for the application.
General purpose 'health' thermometers do not suit well measuring extremties, as their temperature is too low.
(My feet are at 28C as I read this, which would be dead if it was an oral temp).

General surface probes take ages.
The above referred sort of infrared is excellent. I have no opinion as to vendor, just don't see any listed that suit.