Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
163 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Spasms In Thigh With The History Of Hip Replacement?

I have been having spasms in my left thigh, that make me unable to walk for several minutes, I had a hip replacement on the left side in 2010, does this have to do with the replacement? And I sort of know when the spasm is coming because I feel a burning sensation in my thigh.
posted on Mon, 15 Jun 2015
Twitter Wed, 30 Sep 2020 Answered on
Twitter Thu, 1 Oct 2020 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hi,

Calcium or B12 and folic acid deficiencies may cause spasms in muscles. You may need to use OTC analgesic like Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen alongside muscle relaxants like Orphenidine or Tizaindine. Supplements for calcium and vitamin D as well as B12 and folic acid may also be helpful.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Spasms In Thigh With The History Of Hip Replacement?

Hi, Calcium or B12 and folic acid deficiencies may cause spasms in muscles. You may need to use OTC analgesic like Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen alongside muscle relaxants like Orphenidine or Tizaindine. Supplements for calcium and vitamin D as well as B12 and folic acid may also be helpful. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician