Question 1

i have a slight pain/stiffness in my left heel upon waking, what could this be ?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis: It sounds like you are suffering from the beginning of plantar fasciitis.

Question 2

i am experiencing  knee pain and heel pain. the following also describes me: joint stiffness. what should i do?

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Could be many things: This could be tendonitis in which case you can stretch and use antiinflamatories.  If multiple joints are stiff and getting worse this could be a systemic arthritis that would need lab testing to find out. You should be seen.

Question 3

what causes aching pains in my legs, shooting pains in my heel/ankle, stiffness that hurts in my shoulders and neck?

Accepted Answer

Some arthritis: Certain inflammatory joint diseases can cause diffuse symptoms like you describe.  You may want to check if you have ever had an arthritis profile/bloodwork completed.  If not, talk to your primary care physician.

Question 4

mother fractured ankle 5 years ago and had surgery. today her surgery leg heel is fixed in a certain angle. seems like screws did more bad than good. she has limp and she complains a lot of stiffness there. can anything non invasive help alleviate?

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: Non surgical approach only leaves physical therapy as your only option. It is possible to consider hardware removal and possible consideration of any alternative options   I would seek a second opinion given your options

Question 5

i am experiencing  foot tenderness, foot pain, difficulty walking, pain in ball of foot, and unable to bear weight but not ankle pain, heel pain, ankle swelling, ankle stiffness, heel spur, and joint stiffness.

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: It sounds like you need to be seen by your doctor for an in-person exam. You can also try over the counter pain medications, such as tylenol and ibuprofen. You may have an injury, a sprain, plantar fasciitis, or something more serious.

Question 6

mri of si joints shows sacroiliitis, sclerotic changes,cortical irregularity, neg hla-b27, neg ra, lower back pain for 20yrs,now in buttocks & thighs & under heel, morning stiffness, my gp is refusing to refer me to a rheumatologist what should i do?

Accepted Answer

: Can you see a rheumatologist without a referral? It is likely worth it with your symptoms and x-ray findings. It looks like you have a rheumatologic disorder that needs to be diagnosed and treated. So, see the rheumatologist without a referral or ask your doctor again. Best of luck to you!

Question 7

what can cure leg stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Since when?: At your age of 30, it depends for how long you have the stiffness, what's the cause.If its happening for the first time, may be you pulled a muscle, try 2 advils (ibuprofen) for 2 days only, some massage and stretches, if it doesn't go away see your doctor.

Question 8

what is involved in evaluating leg stiffness?

Accepted Answer

See below: You describe symptoms that can only be honestly assessed by your doctor in his or her office.  Only after a thorough evauation will he/she be able to come up with what's wrong and what to do to get you better.

Question 9

what can  cause chronic leg stiffness and pain?

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Variety of things: Your evaluation would look for causes that my come from  joints, bones, circulation of the neurologic system. How it is influenced by activity is a clue to its cause.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: leg stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Not ankle or hip.: Described as an inability or an extreme limitation of movement of the leg at the knee joint.

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I have a slight pain/stiffness in my left heel upon waking, what could this be ?

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I am experiencing knee pain and heel pain. the following also describes me: joint stiffness. what should i do?

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What causes aching pains in my legs, shooting pains in my heel/ankle, stiffness that hurts in my shoulders and neck?

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Mother fractured ankle 5 years ago and had surgery. today her surgery leg heel is fixed in a certain angle. seems like screws did more bad than good. she has limp and she complains a lot of stiffness there. can anything non invasive help alleviate?

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I am experiencing foot tenderness, foot pain, difficulty walking, pain in ball of foot, and unable to bear weight but not ankle pain, heel pain, ankle swelling, ankle stiffness, heel spur, and joint stiffness.

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Mri of si joints shows sacroiliitis, sclerotic changes,cortical irregularity, neg hla-b27, neg ra, lower back pain for 20yrs,now in buttocks & thighs & under heel, morning stiffness, my gp is refusing to refer me to a rheumatologist what should i do?

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What can cause chronic leg stiffness and pain?

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