Question 1

after 3 ops (back, knee, foot) my loved one has painful and numb swollen feet and her legs up to the knee are sometimes swollen and hard as wood. why?

Accepted Answer

Lymphedema: This sounds like lymphedema. This can be treated and should be treated. Please see a vascular specialist that has an interest in treating patients with lymphedema.

Question 2

what causes under foot numbness?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Diabetic neuropathy, tight fitting shoes, nerve entrapment, neuroma. Best bet is see podiatrist.

Question 3

foot numbness due to diabetes. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Seek treatment : If you haven't or currently not under the care of a foot and ankle specialist, seek treatment. You should be properly evaluated and appropriately treated. Numbness in a diabetic patient could be the development of peripheral neuropathy which can lead to further complications, seek treatment with a specialist.

Question 4

dizziness, left side improper functioning, foot numbness, heaviness?

Accepted Answer

Left side: There could be a problem located inside the right side of your brain affecting  or causing dizziness weakness and numbness to your left side you need to have that evaluated right away. Either go to the emergency department or call your primary care physician right away.

Question 5

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 6

what can be done for crushed foot numbness?

Accepted Answer

Numbness of foot: If you had a crushing injury to the foot and the nerve tissue was also crushed, the likelihood of return to normal sensation is low. However, I have found that high voltage electrical stimulation therapy can be helpful with nerve injury and degeneration.

Question 7

what can i do to fix foot numbness and pain?

Accepted Answer

Get diagnosed first: There are a number of things that can cause pain in the feet. This is a very nonspecific symptom.  I recommend that someone with pain in in the foot should be seen by orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon for a definitive diagnosis so that appropriate treatment can be started.  You can find one in your area at www.Aofas.Org.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: foot numbness?

Accepted Answer

Lost that feeling.: Foot numbness can be described as having a reduced sensation of feeling in the foot. It is generally a sign of an underlying neurological condition involving the sensory elements of the foot.

Question 9

can foot numbness be caused by a change in physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tarsal tunnel syndrome may be worsened by marathon running or vigourous jumping.  Involves entrapment of posterior tibial nerve at medial ankle.  Getting off feet may help.  A good podiatrist can benefit all of this.

Question 10

can foot numbness come from change in level of physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are a number of factors that would influence foot numbness and activity level including pathomechanics, impingement syndrome, peripheral edema, shoe stability/fit/type, metabolic syndrome, repetitive injury, incomplete rest from previous injury. An examination is indicated.

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After 3 ops (back, knee, foot) my loved one has painful and numb swollen feet and her legs up to the knee are sometimes swollen and hard as wood. why?

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What causes under foot numbness?

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Foot numbness due to diabetes. what should i do?

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Dizziness, left side improper functioning, foot numbness, heaviness?

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

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What can be done for crushed foot numbness?

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What can i do to fix foot numbness and pain?

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What is the definition or description of: foot numbness?

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Can foot numbness be caused by a change in physical activity?

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Can foot numbness come from change in level of physical activity?

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