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I sat in a car for six hours on a trip with a box on my lap. i slept for five hours and my legs felt a bit numb when i woke up. i could move them but they began to hurt a bit after the ride. should i worry about circulation loss or something else?
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Numbness in legs after sitting in one poster for a long time can be caused by nerve compression, especially if associated with tingling and Internet sensation. Usually does transient and gets over in few minutes to few hours. If not improved consult with the doctor and get a proper evaluation.
Answered 2/18/2022
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