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I to have this numbness in my hands and feet. I am sure it is PD related, although several years ago my feet were diagnosed with Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome by my podiatrist. I was fitted with orthodics and have worn them faithfully since then and my feet do not hurt and are not nearly as numb as previously. Prior to the being fitted with the orthodics, I had to use crutches at night to get to the bathroom because my feet hurt and cramped so badly. I continued to have leg cramps (mostly at night or early morning) until I started on the PD medications, but I could at least walk without pain. My neuro tested my hands and says I have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome there. Didn't say what we could do about it. I know my mom had surgery for hers and it helped, but is this really CTS or just a symptom of PD? Just some ideas I thought I would share. Ellen 61/2 Date: Thu, 6 Aug 1998 23:36:31 -0400 From: Jed Blue <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Re: Toe numbness My friend Anne wishes to join the conversation again. As i explained before she does not have access to a computer, so has asked me to relay the following: She has trouble with her feet too. Apart from what she calls the "normal PD scrunched up toes, she also has very little feeling in her feet ( or her hands). She can feel the presence of something, but no pain, or heat or cold. She asks if anyone has had BOTOX treatment for their toe problems? And what about orthotics? And does anyone have any sort of exercise routine specifically directed to the toes. As I told you last time around, she has only been taking sinemet since January, and up till now has been dealing with her problems by using some yoga techniques. Since she has years of experience both of practising and teaching yoga, she has begun developing a handbook of exercises for the feet and the hands especially to help PWPs. She requests comments and input. Anne, I hope I remembered correctly all the things you wanted me to say. Hilary Blue