HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Suggest Treatment For Foot Numbness And Spasms At Night

default
Posted on Wed, 22 Jul 2015
Question: Top of foot is numb and been having muscle spasms at night in foot and top of foot. I had back surgery about a year ago which left me with some numbness in top of foot. But it's getting worse and spasms at night are really bad
doctor
Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I will advise further investigation like MRI.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
I will advise you further repeat investigation like MRI spine and EMG NCV study.
Medication like methylcobalamine and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can help you.
Physiotherapy like IFT And TENS will help you.
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.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Practicing since :1998

Answered : 5164 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask an Orthopaedic Surgeon
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Suggest Treatment For Foot Numbness And Spasms At Night

Brief Answer: I will advise further investigation like MRI. Detailed Answer: Hello I have read your query. I will advise you further repeat investigation like MRI spine and EMG NCV study. Medication like methylcobalamine and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can help you. Physiotherapy like IFT And TENS will help you. 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.