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What Causes Severe Pain In Thigh While Walking?
Question: For 2 weeks I have had severe pain in my right thigh when I walk. Five years ago I had a bulging disk for which I had to get a shot in my back. At that time pain went down my complete right leg. This is different because it does not hurt pass my knee. Could this have anything to do with a bulging disk again? That was much more painful, but this is becoming quite hard to function in daily activities?
Brief Answer:
Yes this can be bulging disc pain radiating to thigh.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Yes this can be bulging disc pain radiating to thigh.
Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain in your thigh.
I will advise you to do MRI spine again now to see for disc bulge.
Many of my patients get relief with neurotropic medication like methylcobalamine and pregabalin so you can also start consulting your doctor.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health
Take care.
Yes this can be bulging disc pain radiating to thigh.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case.
Yes this can be bulging disc pain radiating to thigh.
Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain in your thigh.
I will advise you to do MRI spine again now to see for disc bulge.
Many of my patients get relief with neurotropic medication like methylcobalamine and pregabalin so you can also start consulting your doctor.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health
Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
Should I do exercises? I usually do walking in place inside. Would that do damage to my condition?
Brief Answer:
You can do gradual spine exercises,
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
You can do gradual spine exercises,
Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.
You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
Walking on plain surface will not harm you.
Hope this helps. Wish you a speedy recovery.
Take care
You can do gradual spine exercises,
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
You can do gradual spine exercises,
Some exercises which can be done after pain has reduced include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.
You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
Walking on plain surface will not harm you.
Hope this helps. Wish you a speedy recovery.
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. Vaishalee Punj
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