Question 1

swelling and pain in top of foot, accompanied by pain, stiffness, and weakness in the knee? ortho says it sounds like a compressed nerve, but could it be a partial tear of meniscus or lcl? no mri yet and hurts to wear any shoe?

Accepted Answer

: You should wait for MRI done. In the meantime, you can use Ibuprofen/Motrin/Advil OTC 200 mg x 2 tablets with foods every 6 hours as needed for pain. Remember use as needed only not around the clock.

Question 2

i have a pulling sensation on the top of my foot by my big toe i feel it when i rub against it or flex my big toe, could it be a pinched nerve ?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Could also be tendonitis or bursitis. If persistant, see podiatrist.

Question 3

part of the top of my foot is numb from an injury i believe where i put too much weight on it. its been about 3 week. when i rub over the numb area it send tingles all through my foot, but only when i rub it. could it be a pinched nerve in my foot?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, your symptoms are consistent with a superficial nerve compression from the injury. These symptoms should improve then disappear when the local swelling resolves.

Question 4

can a pinched nerve on foot heal?

Accepted Answer

Relieve the pinch!: See a physiatrist to determine exactly what nerve is being pinched, and where/why it is being pinched.  With out altering mechanics or the problem, it is unlikely to get better.  Most cases are manageable with proper diagnosis/treatment.

Question 5

what nerve can cause pain to the shins and top of foot ?

Accepted Answer

2 distributions: If the l-5 root is compressed or irritated in the lower back, referred pain can occur, but this could also be due to more peripheral pathology afflicting the peroneal nerve.

Question 6

how long does it take to heal from a pinched nerve in your foot?

Accepted Answer

Pinched nerves: Peripheral nerves can regenerate once the compression has been relieved.  The rate of recovery and the degree of recovery varies by the severity and duration of the compression. Nerves can continue to heal and recover 18 months after the impingement.

Question 7

i was wondering what do i do about pinched nerve causing foot numbness?

Accepted Answer

See a neurologist: First determine the correct cause of numbness. After that it may be possible to successfully treat it or not.

Question 8

pinched nerve in spinal core lower back leads to from foot or sitting constantly?

Accepted Answer

Pinched nerve: Not sure what is being asked here but sitting constantly is not typically a cause of pinched nerves.  At your age, a pinched nerve would be more typically caused by disc degeneration (aging changes) leading to susceptibility of the disc to protrude/herniate, which results in nerve impingement (pinched nerve).

Question 9

i keep getting the sensation of needle pricks and numbness on the soles of my feet..pinched nerve?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: There are a few things to consider initially. A "pinched nerve" is one. Neuropathy from things like diabetes (or pre-diabetes), alcohol & a few other conditions could be an issue. You might have a foot problem such as a morton's neuroma or plantar fasciitis (which is often painful). This is a partial list; a good history, exam & possibly some testing could narrow things down & give some direction.

Question 10

how do they treat a pinched nerve in your back that is causing pains all they way down your leg to your foot?

Accepted Answer

A number of ways: There are a number of possible treatments for a pinched nerve. These include (but are not limited to) steroid injections, surgical decompression, physical therapy and osteopathic manipulation. What particular treatment you receive will depend on the severity of your symptoms and the skill and expertise of your treating physician.

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Swelling and pain in top of foot, accompanied by pain, stiffness, and weakness in the knee? ortho says it sounds like a compressed nerve, but could it be a partial tear of meniscus or lcl? no mri yet and hurts to wear any shoe?

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I have a pulling sensation on the top of my foot by my big toe i feel it when i rub against it or flex my big toe, could it be a pinched nerve ?

A member asked:

Part of the top of my foot is numb from an injury i believe where i put too much weight on it. its been about 3 week. when i rub over the numb area it send tingles all through my foot, but only when i rub it. could it be a pinched nerve in my foot?

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Can a pinched nerve on foot heal?

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What nerve can cause pain to the shins and top of foot ?

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How long does it take to heal from a pinched nerve in your foot?

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I was wondering what do i do about pinched nerve causing foot numbness?

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Pinched nerve in spinal core lower back leads to from foot or sitting constantly?

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I keep getting the sensation of needle pricks and numbness on the soles of my feet..pinched nerve?

A member asked:

How do they treat a pinched nerve in your back that is causing pains all they way down your leg to your foot?

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