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Both hips will pop and i feel like someone plucked the nerve like a guitar string. i feel the electric shock all the way down to my foot. cause?

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Sciatica: You may have nerve pathology or impingement coming from your hips. This may be sciatica. Physical therapy, antiinflammatory meds, and stretching may help but get a full evaluation. Good luck!

Answered 6/7/2013

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