What Causes Severe Leg Pain Post Injury Despite A Normal X-ray Report?

Posted on Mon, 5 Dec 2016

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Question : On November 11, 2016. I was in a car accident. The next day, I went to the local clinic and learned that I have one crack rid on my left side and I have pain in the left upper leg, I know the rid will get better with time. But, I am concern with my leg, when I take short walk the pain is bad where I have to stop. I have a x-ray but the x-ray came clean. My doctor said my issue was soft tissue.

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Would be better to do MRI scan.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

I am Dr Sudhir Kumar, Neurologist, and would try my best to help you.

I have noted your symptoms. If the pain is localized to one specific area, then, it could be a soft tissue injury. However, if the pain radiates from back to leg, or from toes to back, it could mean a pinched nerve. MRI scan can help in confirmation of the diagnosis.

I sincerely hope my reply has helped you.

I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information.

Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, XXXXXXX
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