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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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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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