Neuropathy Stopping You from Sleeping? These 5 Fixes Actually Work!
If neuropathy pain flares up at night and keeps you awake, the key to better sleep is a quick, effective bedtime routine that calms nerves and improves circulation.
✅ This 15-minute routine is designed to:
– Stimulate circulation to reduce numbness, tingling, and burning.
– Relax nerves and muscles so you can fall asleep faster.
– Keep pain from disrupting your rest—all without medication.
– Stimulate circulation to reduce numbness, tingling, and burning.
– Relax nerves and muscles so you can fall asleep faster.
– Keep pain from disrupting your rest—all without medication.
Step 1: Light Foot Massage & Stretching (2 Minutes)
💡 Why It Works: Helps increase circulation, relax stiff muscles, and reduce nerve sensitivity.
How to Do It:
- Rub your feet gently with your hands for 30–60 seconds.
- Rotate each ankle in slow circles to improve flexibility.
- Stretch your toes back gently to relieve tension.
⚠️ Mistake to Avoid:
Don’t rush—go slow and focus on gentle movements.
Don’t rush—go slow and focus on gentle movements.
Step 2: Warm or Cool Therapy (2 Minutes)
💡 Why It Works: Helps soothe nerves and reduce pain before bed.
If your feet feel cold, stiff, or numb:
- Use a warm compress or heated blanket for 1–2 minutes.
If your feet burn or feel inflamed:
- Apply a cooling gel pad for quick relief.
⚠️ Mistake to Avoid:
Avoid extreme heat or ice—this can make symptoms worse.
Avoid extreme heat or ice—this can make symptoms worse.
Step 3: NMES with NeuroGo™ (10 Minutes)
💡 Why It Works: Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) increases circulation and stimulates nerve activity.
How to Use NeuroGo™ for Sleep:
- Place your feet on NeuroGo™ and run a 10-minute session before bed.
- Sit comfortably and focus on deep breathing while using it.
- Use this time to relax and unwind.
⚠️ Mistake to Avoid:
Skipping this step—NMES helps keep nerves active, reducing nighttime pain.
Skipping this step—NMES helps keep nerves active, reducing nighttime pain.
💡 Example:
Mark, 72, started using NeuroGo™ for 10 minutes before bed and noticed less tingling in his feet at night.
Mark, 72, started using NeuroGo™ for 10 minutes before bed and noticed less tingling in his feet at night.
Step 4: Create a Sleep-Friendly Bedroom (During NMES Session)
💡 Why It Works: A cool, quiet, and dark environment helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
How to Set Up Your Room for Better Sleep:
- Keep your bedroom between 65–70°F.
- Use blackout curtains to eliminate light distractions.
- Try a white noise machine or nature sounds.
- Keep blankets loose so they don’t press on your feet.
⚠️ Mistake to Avoid:
Sleeping in a room that’s too warm—this can trigger nerve pain.
Sleeping in a room that’s too warm—this can trigger nerve pain.
💡 Tip:
Do this while your NeuroGo™ session is running so you’re ready for bed as soon as it’s done.
Do this while your NeuroGo™ session is running so you’re ready for bed as soon as it’s done.
Final Thoughts: Put It All Together for a Pain-Free Night
By following this quick 15-minute routine, you can finally get the restful sleep you deserve.
- Massage and stretch your feet to increase circulation.
- Use warm or cool therapy to soothe nerve pain.
- Stimulate nerves with NeuroGo™ for 10 minutes before bed.
- Set up a sleep-friendly environment while using NMES.
⚠️ The more consistent you are, the better your results will be!
Are You Ready to Finally Sleep Pain-Free?
Thousands of people with neuropathy have found real relief with NMES using NeuroGo™—and it could help you too.
Click here to learn more about NeuroGo™ and how it can help you sleep better tonight!
References
- Ferini-Strambi L, et al. Neuropathic Pain and Sleep: A Review (2017)
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke – Peripheral Neuropathy
- Mass General Brigham – Why Your Neuropathy Is Worse at Night (2025)
- Alkandari S, et al. People’s Experiences Living with Peripheral Neuropathy (2023)
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your treatment or medications.