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When i rub my foot or sit on it get a pins an needles feeling? trapped nerve?

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Dr. Forshing Lui answered

Pins and needles.: It is common and usually normal. It is more likely caused by pressure on the blood vessels resulting in lack of blood flow to the nerves and the symptoms you described

Answered 5/30/2014

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A member asked:

When i rub my foot or sit on it get a pins an needles feeling? trapped nerve?

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Dr. Forshing Lui answered

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