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Intense leg pain after sitting long time then relieved after exercises or masage. possible causes?
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Several: is it both legs? could be compression of sciatic nerve, or a back problem. compression of nerve can happen at several levels
Answered 12/1/2015
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Leg pain and sitting: One of the worst habits in the US is too much sitting and driving. Puts a lot of strain on our lower backs. Walking and exercise are very helpful so keep it up. Good luck
Answered 3/9/2018
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