What Causes Muscle Twitches In The Left Buttocks?

Posted on Sun, 21 May 2017

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Question : Yes, i have been experiencing what I believe is muscle discomfort that starts on my left lower buttock and then may go down to behind my knee. I thought maybe I needed to replace my walking shoes which I did but no change. At night I can't sleep on that side too long. It is not painful but a discomfort feeling.

Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (36 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Slip disc, nerve compression

Detailed Answer:
Hi there

Thanks for the query

It is possible that you may be having a slip disc which is pressing the nerve travelling from your spine, via the buttock to the leg.

I suggest you get an Xray and MRI of the lumbosacral spine to confirm.

Avoid bending forwards or lifting weights. Apply hot packs to the affected region.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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