That persistent burning sensation in your feet at night—the one that keeps you tossing and turning, unable to get comfortable—might seem like a small nuisance at first. But over time, it can steal your sleep, sap your energy, and significantly impact your daily life. If you wake up with hot, tingling, or painful feet, you’re not alone—and you’re not without solutions.
At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, we specialize in identifying and treating the root causes of foot nerve pain, inflammation, and circulatory issues, helping patients across Georgia find safe, lasting relief—especially at night when symptoms are often at their worst.
The burning sensation many people experience is often described as:
For many, these symptoms intensify in the evening when you're at rest, particularly while lying down. It’s not just uncomfortable—it can severely disrupt sleep, reduce healing, and contribute to daytime fatigue and poor quality of life.
Many people ignore nighttime burning in their feet until it becomes chronic or severe. But this is a symptom that shouldn’t be overlooked. It may be the earliest warning sign of:
The sooner the cause is identified, the more treatment options are available—and the more effective they can be. At Medici, we use in-depth diagnostic tools and a whole-body approach to help you stop the burning, restore comfort, and sleep better again.
Burning feet at night may seem like a simple irritation, but it's often a signal from your body that something deeper is going on. Understanding the underlying cause is the first—and most important—step toward finding real relief. At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, we work to identify the root source of the problem, so we can provide targeted, effective treatment that restores both your comfort and your sleep.
Here are the most common causes of burning sensations in the feet at night:
One of the leading causes of nighttime foot pain, diabetic neuropathy occurs when chronically high blood sugar levels damage the peripheral nerves—particularly in the feet and legs.
Common symptoms include:
You don’t have to be diabetic to experience nerve-related burning in the feet. Peripheral neuropathy can result from:
Long-term alcohol use can damage peripheral nerves, leading to alcoholic neuropathy. Similarly, deficiencies in B-complex vitamins (especially B12, B6, and B1) can affect nerve health.
Hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) can also slow nerve signal transmission and contribute to:
In some cases, a burning sensation stems from localized nerve compression, such as in tarsal tunnel syndrome. This occurs when the tibial nerve is compressed near the ankle, causing pain that often radiates into the sole of the foot—especially at night.
Other entrapments may result from:
Conditions like peripheral artery disease (PAD), plantar fasciitis, or even prolonged standing and walking can trigger burning sensations.
You may also experience:
If your feet feel like they’re on fire every evening, it’s time to go beyond guesswork. At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, we help patients throughout Georgia combine proven home strategies with advanced medical care to stop the burn—so you can finally get the restful sleep your body needs to heal.
Here are the most effective ways to reduce or eliminate burning foot pain at night:
Capsaicin, Lidocaine, or Menthol-Based Creams
Topical treatments can soothe irritated nerves and reduce discomfort before bed. Look for:
Elevation, Cushioning, and Pressure Reduction
How you position your body at night can make a significant difference. Tips include:
Gentle Nighttime Stretches and Warm Foot Soaks
Before bed, stimulate circulation and calm nerve endings with:
Alcohol, Sugar, Tight Socks, or Certain Meds
What you consume or wear in the evening can aggravate nerve symptoms. Watch for:
Evaluation and Medical Treatment for Underlying Nerve Issues
If burning feet are disrupting your nights regularly, it’s time to go beyond at-home care. At Medici, we provide:
At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, we understand that the burning sensation in your feet—especially at night—is more than just frustrating. It’s a sign that your nerves, circulation, or tissues may be under stress. That’s why our team delivers personalized, multidisciplinary treatment plans that go beyond surface-level symptom relief.
Whether your pain is mild or chronic, here’s how we help you sleep soundly again:
We begin with advanced diagnostic testing to determine whether your symptoms stem from:
Our tools include nerve conduction studies, EMG, vascular assessments, and personalized clinical exams to map the exact cause of your discomfort.
When conservative treatments aren’t enough, our interventional options can offer powerful relief:
Both treatments are minimally invasive and designed to improve sleep and restore daily function without long-term medications.
Our in-house physical therapy team works directly with pain specialists to design movement-based solutions that:
These therapies are crucial for long-term management and are tailored specifically to nighttime symptom relief.
We provide safe, effective medication strategies that support healing and reduce burning sensations without relying on opioids.
Our approach may include:
Our physicians monitor each plan to ensure optimal relief with minimal side effects.
Because chronic burning pain is rarely caused by a single factor, we also offer:
This whole-body approach is what sets Medici apart—and it’s why our patients find long-term relief where others have not.
Find out what’s causing your burning feet—and how to stop it. Night after night of burning, tingling, or painful feet can drain your energy, disrupt your sleep, and slowly impact your quality of life. But you don’t have to live with it. At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine, we combine expert diagnostics, advanced treatments, and compassionate care to help you get to the root of your symptoms—and finally rest easy.
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