My Legs Feel Numb and Tight
Leg numbness isn’t just about disc herniation or stenosis. Thorough physical examination is more important than MRI. If numbness remains after surgery, you need to look for other causes.
Various Causes of Leg Numbness
Most hospitals explain it as disc or stenosis, but there are actually many other causes.
Major Nerve Compression
Sciatic nerve or femoral nerve compressed by disc, stenosis, or piriformis
Cutaneous Nerve Compression
Small nerves responsible for skin sensation are compressed, not major nerves. Not visible on MRI.
Local Blood Circulation Problems
Numbness caused by blood flow issues rather than nerve problems
Referred Pain
Lower back or hip fascia problems creating radiating pain to the leg
Numbness Remains After Surgery?
If numbness persists after disc or stenosis surgery, it was likely a different cause from the start. You shouldn’t just treat what’s visible on MRI.
Physical Examination Is More Important Than MRI
Thorough Physical Examination
We directly check where pain occurs when pressed and which positions worsen symptoms.
Gait Analysis
We observe walking patterns. Important information for finding the cause of numbness.
Emergency symptoms: Loss of bladder/bowel control, sudden bilateral leg weakness → Seek immediate care
Circulation Treatment Resolves Leg Numbness
- Thorough examination: Physical examination and gait analysis to find the true cause
- Circulation HD: Release adhesions around nerves, improve blood flow
- Circulation PT: Restore lower back and pelvic balance
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Your Legs Feel Numb?
We find the true cause through thorough examination, not just MRI.
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