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What Causes Stiffness In The Neck And Lower Leg Pain?
My neck has been stiff and locks up. My bones in my lower legs ache and the bones in my upper arm ache and feel like a bruise when I touch them. The spot on my upper arm also feels hot. I told my doctor and she never acknowledged my question. Any ideas? I google it and get scared.
Tue, 22 Dec 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stiffness in the neck and lower leg pain . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query sciatica , herniated disk , foraminal stenosis , cervical osteoarthritis or cervical degenerative disc disease . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may take histroy , check movement of leg and neck , order CT scan or MRI to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory , vitamin supplement like vitamin D 3 and in some cases doctor may recommend surgery . Doctor may also recommend bed rest or particular stretching exercises . For now apply warm compresses to neck and leg and take proper rest .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stiffness in the neck and lower leg pain . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query sciatica , herniated disk , foraminal stenosis , cervical osteoarthritis or cervical degenerative disc disease . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may take histroy , check movement of leg and neck , order CT scan or MRI to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory , vitamin supplement like vitamin D 3 and in some cases doctor may recommend surgery . Doctor may also recommend bed rest or particular stretching exercises . For now apply warm compresses to neck and leg and take proper rest .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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