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Numbness in my leg
Numbness occurs , when I crossed my leg and sit on the floor , and it comes after a few second time, but when I stand it continues working.
And when I sit on desi toilet then after few sec numbness occurs . Is it any problems in my leg.
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I think spinal nerve compression cause numbness in your leg. First consult orthopedic/ spine specialist.
Next Steps
Do MRI for proper diagnosis.
Health Tips
Avoid cross leg sitting, always use back support while sitting & don't use India toilet
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Numbness occurs due to nerve compression either at Lower back level of spine. Different reasons can be there. Also nerves can get entrapped under tight soft tissue structures below the level of spine. The exact cause can be known by an Orthopedecian and/ a Physiotherapist after a proper assessment.
Next Steps
Avoid the positions and/movements which cause numbness and visit an Orthopedecian and a Physiotherapist if the need be!
Health Tips
If you need to life some weight, keep it close to body. Sit and stand (while lifting weight) with back straight.
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It is because of nerve compression primarily may be related to lower back.. If it is associated with low back pain then have to do back exercises well.. Also stretching of leg is recommended but should be done under physiotherapist's supervision
Next Steps
you should visit nearer physiotherapist first.. also do X-ray for lumber region
Health Tips
avoid forward bending, heavy weight lifting, cross leg sitting & using indian toilet..
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Feeling numb during cross leg sitting and squatting is mostly normal. If this occurs afters sitting for a long time you don't have to worry about it.
Next Steps
check whether the numbness subsides after getting up and walking for few minutes. if this is the case you are perfectly alright
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