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What Causes Tightness In Calf Along With Feet Numbness?

Good afternoon, I've been experiencing a lot of calf tightness and foot numbness when I run lately. I've tried different types of shoes, different lacing methods, running on treadmills and outdoors, but it all seems to come back to my calves being tight when I run and it causes my feet to fall asleep. I'm training for a half marathon for April and need to figure out a solution!
Tue, 1 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tightness in calf along with feet numbness . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sciatica , multiple sclerosis , herniated disc , supplements, B12 deficiency and neuropathy . If condition doesn't get better then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain tests like CT scan of back or blood test along with physical examination .Doctor may also order nerve conduction test . Doctor may prescribe supplement , physical therapy or stretching exercises . I would suggest you to keep your legs in hot water tub with epsom salt for 15 minutest daily , take light walk daily and eat healthy .Gentle massage with almond oil will be helpful.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Tightness In Calf Along With Feet Numbness?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tightness in calf along with feet numbness . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sciatica , multiple sclerosis , herniated disc , supplements, B12 deficiency and neuropathy . If condition doesn t get better then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain tests like CT scan of back or blood test along with physical examination .Doctor may also order nerve conduction test . Doctor may prescribe supplement , physical therapy or stretching exercises . I would suggest you to keep your legs in hot water tub with epsom salt for 15 minutest daily , take light walk daily and eat healthy .Gentle massage with almond oil will be helpful. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari