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What Causes Bilateral Numbness Above The Knee?

For about 15 years I have experienced bilateral numbness (and pain) from just above my knees, down my legs and my entire feet (with the exception of my heels which are fine). I know that my sacrum is not formed correctly. My lower back is quite flat. Also, at various times in my life I have had an extremely painful coccyx bone. Is this Bertolotti s Syndrome? Could the malformation of my lower back cause the leg and foot numbness and pain?
Wed, 22 Apr 2015
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Hello,

I have studied your case and reports

Canal stenosis leads to numbness sensation and pain in your both legs.

For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
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.
Epidural steroid shot can help.

Congenital malformation can lead to canal stenosis.

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
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What Causes Bilateral Numbness Above The Knee?

Hello, I have studied your case and reports Canal stenosis leads to numbness sensation and pain in your both legs. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. 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. Epidural steroid shot can help. Congenital malformation can lead to canal stenosis. 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