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What Causes Pain In Leg While Standing Or Sitting?

Posted on Tue, 4 Aug 2015

Question: Back of my leg hurts a little when I stand or try to set. No problem walking. Sleeping at night it sometimes hurts. What do I do to solve the problem?

Answered by Dr. Monish De (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
MRI of leg

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Since the back of your leg hurts when you stand or try to sit i would advise you to do MRI of your leg

I would also advise you to take tablet Ibuprofen twice daily after food with your doctors advise

Regards

DR DE

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Monish De (15 minutes later)

Is there something else I could do before an MRI. Like exercise or icing or heat pad?

Answered by Dr. Monish De (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Apply ice to the area

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Yes you can apply ice to the area

There is nothing to worry

You will be fine

Regards

Dr De

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj