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A member asked:

I was sparring the other day an got kicked. now i have a numbness next to my tibia should i be concerned?

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Dr. Ipe Kalathoor answered

Tibia: Most likely not. If persisting or getting worse see a doctor.

Answered 9/14/2013

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