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What Causes Restless In Legs Along With Sharp Pain In Knee And Thigh?
Question: The last two nights I have not been able to sleep because my legs jump. Today I noticed a sharp pain just above my knee on the outside left thigh. It hurts worse if I forget and cross my legs but without leg crossing, it has a sharp pain off and on.
Brief Answer:
there is possibility of spinal nerve compression
Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
There is possibility of spinal nerve compression leading to radicular knee and thigh pain.
I will advise you MRI spine for diagnosis.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief.
Another common possibility can be muscle spasm.
medication like muscle relaxant and neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
there is possibility of spinal nerve compression
Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
There is possibility of spinal nerve compression leading to radicular knee and thigh pain.
I will advise you MRI spine for diagnosis.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief.
Another common possibility can be muscle spasm.
medication like muscle relaxant and neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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