I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Thanks for the clue regarding a recent discussion on neuropathy. Mlj99 I've checked a lot of sites and boards and have found so much more here than anywhere. I know that acupuncture does help chronic pain. Perhaps some of the other chat room experts, especially the diabetes educators could get us some information, the moderator could pass on the request.
Stress does increase the blood sugar level.
Relaxation techniques can be learned, you can practice them to lower the blood sugar. ValSak Exercise too Gloria, don't forget to do that in this time of stress. I'll start over. One can learn ways to reduce the body's response to stress. I have been struggling with this for the past month .