Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin B6 (various)
For the health condition: Burning Feet or Hands

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) has scientific support for its use in the management of burning feet or hands, particularly when these symptoms are due to peripheral neuropathy associated with vitamin B6 deficiency. Peripheral neuropathy is a condition where the peripheral nerves are damaged, leading to symptoms such as burning, tingling, or numbness, especially in the extremities. Vitamin B6 is essential for normal nerve function, and a deficiency can result in neuropathic symptoms, including the burning sensation in feet or hands sometimes referred to as "burning feet syndrome." Clinical reports and small studies from the mid-20th century documented improvement in symptoms with B6 supplementation in deficient individuals. However, it is important to note that both deficiency and excess of vitamin B6 can cause neuropathy, so appropriate dosing is critical. There is less evidence to support the use of B6 for burning sensations not related to deficiency, and robust randomized controlled trials are lacking. In summary, Vitamin B6 supplementation is scientifically justified and effective when a deficiency is present and causing neuropathic symptoms, but routine use for burning feet or hands in the absence of deficiency is not well-supported by current evidence.

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