Suggest Remedy For Numbness And Tingling Sensation On Foot

Posted on Mon, 28 Dec 2015

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Question : 4th 5th toes numb and tingling left foot onlyx 1 week- hx back spasm- cortisone injection 3 weeks ago by pcp-51yo female- nka-taking ibuprofen,naprosen,Tylenol alternating - using heating pad-methocarbamol prescribed with min.effect

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Methylcobalamin supplements will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The tingling and numbness of the foot is suggestive of a nerve root irritation or compression at the level of lumbar spine. In addition to the pain killers you need a good muscle relaxant and methylcobalamin supplements.
Do get an MRI scan of your back done to assess any disc bulge or a nerve rot compression after consulting an orthopedician.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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