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What Causes Numbness In Legs And Swelling In Lower Back After Injury?
I had a fall in the bathtub then I fell again my legs were not working went to er now am going to therapist doing exercises is this normal that when I fell it had a delayed reaction and also swelling in lower back I am just wondering if I will get my feeling back and is there anything else I can do I live alone I a m 63 and work you.
Thu, 7 Jan 2016
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If the nerves were not severed (torn) but only mildly damaged, then it is possible that they may be repaired but this can take months in some cases.
Imaging of the spine with MRI can help determine the severity of the injury.
The main aspects of treatment would be to continue the physiotherapy. The therapist may be able to give you exercises that you can do at home as well.
I hope this helps
If the nerves were not severed (torn) but only mildly damaged, then it is possible that they may be repaired but this can take months in some cases.
Imaging of the spine with MRI can help determine the severity of the injury.
The main aspects of treatment would be to continue the physiotherapy. The therapist may be able to give you exercises that you can do at home as well.
I hope this helps
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