Understanding Foot Numbness and Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Help
Numbness and pain in the big toe and lower back discomfort? Hello, I work as an operator who stands and walks for long periods, with a 12-hour shift and less than 1.5 hours of sitting time. Six months ago, I experienced sharp pain in my lower back and sought treatment in the reha...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: Due to prolonged standing and posture-related issues, avoid standing for too long and engage in more foot exercises to improve the condition. If problems persist, both orthopedic and neurology specialists can provide treatment.[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness and Lower Back Pain: When to Seek Help
Understanding Nerve Issues: Is Your Left Foot Numbness a Concern?
Left foot? I have been feeling a tingling sensation in my left foot for some time now. About seven or eight years ago, I experienced mild pain in my left joint, and despite taking medication, it did not improve. After a while, the pain suddenly went away. I am wondering if the cu...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: Pain in the left ankle is likely not significantly related to numbness, but numbness could indicate peripheral nerve issues or poor blood circulation, which requires further investigation. If the numbness persists, please consult a neurologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Is Your Left Foot Numbness a Concern?
Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and Solutions for Neurological Issues
Numbness in the soles of the feet? Hello, Dr. Gao. Recently, I have been experiencing numbness in both legs, along with lower back pain and finger discomfort. The numbness in my legs feels like intermittent tingling, similar to the rhythm of my pulse, and this sensation is persis...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on your symptoms, if we consider a neurological issue, it is focused on the fingers and soles of the feet, which we refer to as "peripheral." If it is not a peripheral circulation problem, we need to be aware of the possibility of peripheral neuropathy. This can b...[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and Solutions for Neurological Issues
Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the soles of the feet? Dear Dr. Yeh, I have been experiencing a sensation in my feet that feels like stepping on dry straw for a year now. Is this considered numbness? I have undergone lumbar rehabilitation, but there has been no improvement, and my feet feel weak. Co...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: First, check for any neurological abnormalities through a neurological examination. 1. Is it affecting both legs or one side? 2. Is it persistent or intermittent? 3. How is the sensation to temperature? 4. Is there any impact on bowel or bladder function? 5. Are there any ...[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the soles of the feet? Doctor, I have been feeling a tingling and damp sensation in the soles of my feet, but when I touch them, they are not wet. What could be the issue?
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Dear Mr. Chuang, This is Dr. Huang Ying-Che, Director of the Neurology Department at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan. The abnormal sensations in the skin nerves of your feet may be due to aging or other conditions such as diabetes or vascular issues. Please...[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Foot Numbness and Pain After Ankle Injury: Causes and Duration
Numbness in the foot? Hello, seven months ago I had a fibula distal fracture and a deltoid ligament tear in my ankle, which required surgical treatment. The swelling in my heel has subsided, and the bone has healed. However, I still experience occasional sharp pain in the dorsum ...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
At that time, there may have been some damage to the peripheral nerves, which should improve; it might take a little longer, generally a few months.[Read More] Understanding Foot Numbness and Pain After Ankle Injury: Causes and Duration
Understanding Nerve Compression: Persistent Foot Numbness After Meditation
Nerve compression injury? Dear Dr. Lai, I participated in a meditation retreat from February 15, 2004, for a duration of twelve days. However, on the first night, I experienced significant pain in my left knee after sitting for less than an hour (this was the first meditation se...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! Please describe the areas innervated by the nerves clearly, as different nerve roots supply different regions. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Nerve Compression: Persistent Foot Numbness After Meditation
Understanding Hand and Foot Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor: Recently, whenever I exert force with my hand, I experience numbness in my hand, which then radiates to the soles of my feet, causing them to feel numb as well. I am unsure what the cause might be. Should I seek medical attention? Tha...
Dr. Du Haojie Reply:
If there is symmetrical numbness in both hands and feet, it is usually indicative of metabolic peripheral neuropathy. If numbness occurs in one hand or one foot, it may suggest a localized compressive neuropathy. If numbness affects one side of the body, central nervous system pa...[Read More] Understanding Hand and Foot Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Frequent Leg Numbness: Causes and Solutions
It is easy to experience numbness in the feet? Dear Doctor: I have a problem with frequent foot numbness. Whenever I sit cross-legged for a while, my foot goes numb, and when I get up, I can hardly move it; it takes a long time to recover. Initially, it was only below my calves, ...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
It is indeed difficult to make a diagnosis based solely on your description. Numbness may be due to poor peripheral circulation. I recommend seeing a neurologist for a thorough examination and differential diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Frequent Leg Numbness: Causes and Solutions