Question 1

does sciatica nerve cause pain on lower leg?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Leg pain and sciatica are synonymoud.

Question 2

what major nerves are located in the front of the lower leg/ shin area?

Accepted Answer

Leg anatomy: The anterior compartment of the leg is supplied by the deep fibular nerve (deep peroneal nerve), a branch of the common fibular nerve. The nerve contains axons from the L4, L5, and S1 spinal nerves.

Question 3

will i be able to feel mersline mesh in my lower leg to repair a hernia?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your surgeon: Hernia repair with mesh may touch a nerve in the area of surgery. The surgeon should evaluate which nerve and which part of the leg to see if they are connected.

Question 4

bad lower leg pain when walking. how can you tell if it is a nerve or circulation problem?

Accepted Answer

Time to relief: Most  vascular problems cramp with duration of walking and respond over 2-5 minutes to rest. "neurogenic claudication" or pinched nerves from back arthritis come on more slowly, take longer to respond (try sitting) and feel better if you lean on a shopping cart, etc. Nerve pain from disc usually worse with sitting, and better standing up. However, these are not hard rules. Get it looked at!

Question 5

if my sural nerve is damaged, why is my lower leg and ankle swollen?i thought it was a sensory nerve?should i stay off of it?what is the tx anyway?

Accepted Answer

Sural nerve: Sural nerve runs on the outside of the lower leg to base of 5th metatarsal. It not commonly injured unless you had a lateral ankle injury, such as, an ankle sprain. Then you can have ligament, tendon or even a fracture which would explain the swelling. Either way, you should see a foot and ankle specialist.

Question 6

torn meniscus pain on inside & front of knee also have aching pain in front of lower leg and pain in back of knee & tight feeling..related to injury?

Accepted Answer

Likely: This does sound like your symptoms are related to the injury. Pain can radiate to the lower leg and swelling in the knee can often be felt in the back of the knee.

Question 7

can poor foot/ankle flexibility cause me to think all my lower leg is weak. nerve and muscle test clear. podiatry cancelled me off books now still wek?

Accepted Answer

POSSIBLY: True, your description is rather vague, but lack of flexibility, can affect muscle movement and strength. I take it that you have been evaluated with nerve conduction velocity and electromyography, if those are in fact "clear". This would lead us to believe that through proper stretching and strengthening, you can feel normal again soon. Consider physical therapy. Good luck.

Question 8

i feel pain in some nerve or vein not sure. i assume i had cramp few days back while sleeping but the pain hasnt gone since. i can feel the pain while walking. sometimes it feels relaxing  in the lower leg when i press back of my thy on the chair.

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated. Drink more water. Wish you good health!

Question 9

is foot numbness and lower leg weakness a nerve problem or a muscle problem?

Accepted Answer

Nerves: Typically numbness points to nerves.  Numbness associated with weakness is concerning for spine disease (pinched nerves).  You should consult a physician for evaluation sooner rather than later.

Question 10

can pressure on ulnar nerve in elbow cause warm painless buring sensation in legs, started in lower leg on one side, now its in both legs up to thighs?

Accepted Answer

No: Ulnar nerve issues only involve the affected arm.

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Can poor foot/ankle flexibility cause me to think all my lower leg is weak. nerve and muscle test clear. podiatry cancelled me off books now still wek?

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I feel pain in some nerve or vein not sure. i assume i had cramp few days back while sleeping but the pain hasnt gone since. i can feel the pain while walking. sometimes it feels relaxing in the lower leg when i press back of my thy on the chair.

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