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That sensation is absolutely something others with MS have experienced! Unusual and sometimes painful sensations in the feet are very common with MS, and "walking on glass" fits right in with what many MyMSTeam members describe.

These sensations happen because MS can damage the myelin (the protective coating around nerves) Show Full Answer

That sensation is absolutely something others with MS have experienced! Unusual and sometimes painful sensations in the feet are very common with MS, and "walking on glass" fits right in with what many MyMSTeam members describe.

These sensations happen because MS can damage the myelin (the protective coating around nerves), disrupting the signals your brain sends to your body. Your brain may misinterpret or recreate sensations — like pain, prickling, or the feeling of walking on something sharp — even when nothing is physically there.

This type of sensation falls under a category called paresthesia, which affects up to 80% of people with MS. Common descriptions include:

- Burning or fire-like feelings
- Pins and needles
- Stabbing or prickling
- Numbness
- Tingling or buzzing
- A feeling of wetness or crawling It's worth mentioning these sensations to your neurologist, especially if they're new or getting worse. Keeping track of when they happen and what might trigger them can also help you and your doctor better manage them.

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