Burning Feet and Palms Homeopathic Medicine, Causes & Natural Remedies

Published OnAugust 5, 2022

Dr Vaseem Choudhary
Homeopathic remedies for burning feet and palms

Introduction

Burning sensations in the feet and palms are more than just a passing discomfort. For some people, it feels like walking on hot coal or holding something hot in their hands—even when there’s nothing physically causing it. This condition is medically known as burning hands and feet syndrome, and in many cases, it becomes chronic.

The feeling might include:

  • Heat or warmth in the feet/palms
  • Tingling or pins-and-needles
  • Redness or mild swelling
  • Itching, numbness, or shooting pain

In many people, the symptoms get worse at night, especially after long-standing or walking

What Causes Burning Feet?

There are several causes that lead to burning feet, including the following:

  • Nerve Damage: Excessive consumption of alcohol and exposure to harmful toxins or vitamin deficiency trigger peripheral neuropathy.
  • Diabetes: People with diabetes suffer from it commonly due to uncontrolled high blood sugar levels.
  • Immunocompromised Conditions: People with immune system issues can also have a burning sensation.
  • Circulatory Problems: Poor or inadequate blood flow, especially because of the blockage in the arteries caused by plaque buildup, leads to a burning sensation in feet.
  • Lifestyle Factors: Obesity and smoking worsen the condition.
  • Hormonal and Hereditary Factors: Hypothyroidism and genetic disorders like Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease are also known to be associated with burning feet.
  • Infections and Conditions: Fungal infections like athlete’s foot and diseases like erythromelalgia and tarsal tunnel syndrome lead to burning feet.

Natural Treatments for Burning Feet

For the temporary relief

  • Ice Bath: The cooling will reduce the pain for a short period of time.
  • Changes in Diet: Restricting the diet to exclude those foods that contain purines and red meat and also preventing trans fats can subdue the burning.
  • Fruits and Supplements: Fruits such as grapes, berries, and watermelon combined with B vitamins such as thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin are relieved of acute pain.

Burning Feeling in Palms

Introduction

Burning sensations in the palms are commonly associated with nerve damage, which causes uncomfortable and numb feelings.

Causes of Burning Palms

Possible causes include:

  • Fibromyalgia and Neuropathy: Among the more common conditions that relate to nerve damage.
  • Injury or Trauma: Burn from carpal tunnel syndrome, bites from insects, or exposure to irritants.
  • Systemic Conditions: Diabetes, thyroid disorders, eczema, and chronic dry skin.

Home Natural Remedies for Burning Palms

Some of the natural remedies to treat this condition include:

  1. Warm Water Soak: Hands can be soaked in warm water to reduce the pain.
  2. Moisturizers: Moisturising creams help reduce dryness and itching sensations.
  3. Elevation: Elevation of hands may boost the flow of blood to that part which could ease the pain.

Which are the best Homeopathic Medicine for Burning Feet | Burning sensation in whole body | Homeopathic remedies for foot pain?

Burning sensations in both the feet and palms may be due to nerve weakness (neuropathy), diabetes, menopause, poor circulation, or other systemic conditions. Homeopathy treats the root cause and provides long-lasting relief without side effects.

1. Sulphur – Top Remedy for Burning Soles and Palms

Sulphur is a leading remedy when both the palms and soles burn, especially at night. The patient often sticks their feet and hands out of the bed to cool them.

When to Use:

  • Intense burning in palms and soles.
  • Worse at night and from warmth.
  • Skin is dry, rough, and itchy.
  • Feet/palms feel hot to touch.

How to Use:

  • Sulphur 30C: Once or twice daily.
  • In chronic cases: Sulphur 200C once a week under a homeopath’s guidance.

2. Medorrhinum – For Intense Heat Needing Cold Relief

Medorrhinum is useful when there’s an uncontrollable desire to place palms and feet in cold water due to burning heat.

When to Use:

  • Burning of hands and feet, worse at night.
  • Constant need to cool them.
  • Restless legs or hands in bed.

How to Use:

  • Medorrhinum 30C: Once or twice daily.

3. Arsenicum Album – For Burning with Restlessness

Arsenicum Album is ideal when burning comes with weakness, anxiety, and restlessness, especially at night.

When to Use:

  • Burning in palms and soles.
  • Accompanied by tiredness and anxiety.
  • Worse from cold air, better from warmth.
  • Dry or scaly skin.

How to Use:

  • Arsenicum Album 30C: Once or twice daily.

4. Phosphorus – For Burning Due to Nerve Involvement

Phosphorus is excellent when burning is related to nerve sensitivity or diabetic neuropathy.

When to Use:

  • Burning and tingling in palms and feet.
  • Sensation of heat moving through the body.
  • Better from cold applications.
  • Nervous weakness or numbness.

How to Use:

  • Phosphorus 30C: Once daily.

5. Lycopodium – For Evening Burning and Weak Circulation

Lycopodium works well for burning feet and hands in the evening or at night, especially in people with digestive issues or liver weakness.

When to Use:

  • Burning in feet/palms mostly in the evening.
  • Cramping or swelling in feet.
  • Flatulence, acidity, and sluggish digestion.

How to Use:

  • Lycopodium 30C: Once daily.

* Note – Above medicines are for knowledge purpose only. Take the medication only after doctor’s consultation. DO NOT SELF MEDICATE

Detailed Case Study: Homeopathic Treatment of Burning Feet and Palms

Patient Profile

  • Name: Raghav Sharma (Name changed for privacy)
  • Age: 54 years
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Bank Manager
  • Location: Pune, India
  • Date of First Visit: 12th March 2024
  • Diagnosis: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy with burning sensation in palms and soles

Chief Complaints

  • Burning sensation in the soles of the feet, mostly at night
  • Burning and warmth in palms after evening meals
  • Numbness in toes and mild tingling in fingers
  • Disturbed sleep due to burning—often gets up and walks barefoot on cold floor
  • Symptoms worsened in the last 6 months

Patient History

  • Diabetes Mellitus: Type 2, since 11 years
  • Medications: Metformin and Glimepiride (oral antidiabetics)
  • HbA1c: 8.5% (above normal)
  • Vitamin B12: 180 pg/ml (deficient)
  • Thyroid Function: Normal
  • Lifestyle: Sedentary; stressful work life
  • Sleep: Poor, due to burning discomfort
  • Diet: Mostly vegetarian, high carbohydrate intake

Emotional and Mental Symptoms

  • Irritability over minor things
  • Becomes anxious easily, especially about health
  • Very orderly and perfectionist in nature
  • Fear of long-term complications of diabetes
  • Often worries about his family’s future if he becomes disabled

Local Examination Findings

  • No open sores or blisters
  • Skin warm to touch, especially on soles
  • Mild redness of feet during flare-ups
  • Reflexes: Normal
  • Sensory test: Slight loss of vibration sense in big toes
  • No signs of fungal infection

Case Analysis

Based on:

  • The burning sensation, especially at night
  • Relief with warmth (contrary to usual neuropathy)
  • Anxious and restless personality
  • History of diabetes
  • Sensitivity to health issues

The selected remedy was Arsenicum Album—a constitutional remedy often indicated in patients with burning pains, restlessness, and anxious temperament.

Prescribed Homeopathic Treatment

Week 1 to Week 4:

  • Arsenicum Album 200C – 1 dose every 3rd night
  • Nervin drops (homeopathic nerve tonic) – 10 drops in water, twice daily
  • Dietary advice to improve B12 naturally (increased dairy and eggs)
  • Advised gentle walking and regular foot massages

Week 5 onwards:

  • Switched to Arsenicum Album 1M – 1 dose weekly
  • Continued supportive measures
  • No painkillers or allopathic nerve supplements were added

Follow-Up Visits

1st Follow-Up (After 4 Weeks)

  • Sleep improved
  • Burning sensation reduced by 40%
  • Less need to walk barefoot at night
  • Mood better, less anxious

2nd Follow-Up (After 8 Weeks)

  • Burning in hands almost gone
  • Mild tingling persists in toes
  • HbA1c down to 7.6%
  • Added Vitamin B12 1000 mcg sublingual tablets (as lab reports showed deficiency)

3rd Follow-Up (After 6 Months)

  • Burning sensation completely gone
  • No more waking at night
  • Energy and mood significantly better
  • Blood sugar under better control

Final Outcome (After 7 Months)

  • No burning in feet or palms even after long standing or walking
  • Vitamin B12 levels normalized
  • HbA1c improved further to 7.2%
  • The patient continued with constitutional remedy every 15 days for maintenance
  • Stress and anxiety greatly reduced with homeopathic support and counseling

Patient Feedback (After 4 Months)

“I used to dread sleeping because the burning pain was unbearable. I had tried nerve tablets, painkillers, and even creams, but nothing helped. Homeopathy not only gave me relief, but I feel like I’m more energetic and less stressed now. I sleep peacefully, and my sugar is better managed too. I wish I had tried this earlier.”

— Mr. Raghav Sharma, Pune

Can homeopathy be used alongside other treatments?

Yes. Homeopathy works safely along with conventional medicine, especially in chronic cases. It does not interfere with ongoing treatment, and often helps reduce dependence on painkillers or sleeping pills.

Conclusion: Can burning feet and palms be cured naturally?

Yes. Homeopathy provides a safe, individualized, and natural solution for the problem of burning feet and palms. While the exact duration and result depend on the cause, many people have found lasting relief without side effects.

If you’re suffering from this disturbing sensation and are tired of just managing it with ointments or temporary relief, it’s time to consider a deeper healing approach

Holistic Treatment at Homeo Care Clinic

The techniques and remedies of homeopathic treatment performed by Dr. Vaseem Choudhary, along with a team of experts at Homeo Care Clinic, have successfully treated many patients suffering from burning sensations in their feet and palms. They target the root cause and use homeopathic individualized care to work towards providing lasting relief. Homeo Care Clinic opens its doors for all those patients to seek customized treatment.

Homeo Care Clinic offers a holistic approach to treating the disease. The remedies mentioned above can treat the underlying causes of the condition and offer relief from the discomfort. However, it is important to consult a qualified homeopathic practitioner for the correct dosage and duration of treatment. Homeo Care Clinic provides comprehensive care for various ailments, and offers customized treatment plans based on individual requirements.

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