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My 15-20 mmHg compression socks aren't alleviating my pain, should I go up to 20-30 mmHg or higher?
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I have very tired calves & heels that come primarily from walking all day at my job. I work between 28-37 hours weekly (it varies). My step count averages between 11,000-14,000 steps monthly. I have tried Epsom... Read more
Can compression socks help with permanent nerve damage?
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I fractured my tibia in 2013 and was misdiagnosed by my college trainers. I ran on it for 6 months. I was a D1 college runner so the mileage was higher than an average runner—around 80-95 miles per week. The ... Read more
I've had a sudden yet persistent onset of pain in my leg veins, but two doctors have said my veins are healthy. What could it be?
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Two weeks ago the veins in my lower legs became dilated & painful, making it difficult to walk. This was two days before my period, but it has not gone away & is spreading to more veins. I have many symptoms of... Read more
I have abnormal pain my legs, should I get a full venous examination?
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I have abnormal pain my legs, should I get a full venous examination? Read more
I'm a 41-year-old female hairstylist working 8 AM to 5 PM. I have 15 to 18 clients a day. What's the best compression for me?
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I have achy legs, feet, and spider veins. Any recommendations on footwear, or the best brand of anti-fatigue mat? Read more
I pulled my gastrocnemius muscle in my left leg. Are there any other complications that could arise from this injury?
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Examples: left arm weakness, trouble sleeping, anxiety, panic attacks, irratibility. Read more
I wear compression stockings at work during the day. It helps. Should I also wear them night?.
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Once in a while I woke up from sleep with severe intense pain on my left leg from thigh to foot. It lasted from 2 to 6 mins. I am a registered nurse. I wear compression stockings at work during the day. It help... Read more
I have hypo thyroidism and am taking thyronorm 75mcg. Can I continue gym even when there is knee pain or should I stop it?
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I have severe knee pain in one leg and little pain in another leg. My weight is 80kg and height is 5ft. I've been going to the gym from April 2017. Does cross trainer and treadmill cause knee pain? I do each fo... Read more
My grandma had a quadruple bypass surgery over 2 years ago. In the last year she has been having intense pain in both her legs.
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She had veins taken from both legs. The pain is worse after sitting for a period. She hardly walks anymore and had no previous pain. What can be done about this? Read more
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Can My Upper Right Thigh Pain be related to Radiofrequency Ablation?
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I had lumbar radiofrequency ablation 9 months ago at L 4 and L 5. I have had extreme pain in my upper right thigh for the past several months. Are these two related? Read more
Need help diagnosing source of pain in medial calf area.
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While playing sports and wearing shinguards strapped around my calf, I have developed a painful condition on the medial side of the upper calf. The pain feels different from a muscle tear in that it cannot be r... Read more
Could the pain in my knee and legs be due to varicose veins? The pain is getting unbearable and it's difficult to walk.
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It started abut two weeKS ago. I thought it might be all the exercising I had started the last month, but now I am seeing purple veins around my knees and some of them almost look like bruising. I get restless ... Read more
Should I wear compression stockings for a baker's cyst?
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I have acute pain and swelling in my leg. In the emergency room they said I had a bakers cyst. I haven't seen an orthopedic surgeon yet because I can't get around. It's very painful. Should I wear compression s... Read more
I have leg pain due to neuropathy of the saphenous nerve. Is it possible to remove a saphenous nerve?
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I was diagnosed with neuropathy of the saphenous nerve, and it's been quite painful for a number of years. No meds or therapy, including nerve block, have helped with the pain. I've had many treatment attempts,... Read more
What is the best option?
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I went to the ER in pain and the ultrasound shows thrombophlebitis of saphenous vein at the femoral junction. The ultrasound tech said she could push it down the deep vein system with pressure. Sarasota Memoria... Read more
I am suffering from sciatica. What should i do?
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The pain is unbearable. I am 23 years old. I am not able to walk at times. Read more
I recently flew 21 hours long haul. Since then, my legs have been aching and tingly.
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The pain moves around - no obvious swelling. I'm in Vietnam, a small village and no doctor apparently. My legs are quite uncomfortable and the pain hasn't gotten better over 5 days though feels better if I'm mo... Read more
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