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What Is The Cure For Painful Pins And Needles On Leg?

Helo. My mother has a very painful pins and needles on her leg. She had walked a lot on Wednesday which she doesn t normally! I would like to know how to help her please. Last night she found it painful to stand up! I appreciate your reply, Kind regards, Olga Williams
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Get up and shake the limb if you have been sitting/leaning on it for a long time.
Minimise neck/back problems by avoiding lifting heavy weights, avoid repetitive movements, take regular breaks at work, avoid poor posture, consider doing yoga or Pilates.
Control diabetes, if you have it, with diet, medication and regular check-ups.
Avoid excess alcohol.
Avoid vitamin B12 deficiency by eating a mixed diet or have a blood test to check whether you need supplements.
See your doctor soon if you have signs of a neurological disease (worsening loss of power or sensation in part of the body, difficulty walking, falls)
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Warm Regards
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What Is The Cure For Painful Pins And Needles On Leg?

Hello, Thanks for your query. Get up and shake the limb if you have been sitting/leaning on it for a long time. Minimise neck/back problems by avoiding lifting heavy weights, avoid repetitive movements, take regular breaks at work, avoid poor posture, consider doing yoga or Pilates. Control diabetes, if you have it, with diet, medication and regular check-ups. Avoid excess alcohol. Avoid vitamin B12 deficiency by eating a mixed diet or have a blood test to check whether you need supplements. See your doctor soon if you have signs of a neurological disease (worsening loss of power or sensation in part of the body, difficulty walking, falls) I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care Warm Regards