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Leg pain, left leg
18, female, leg pain.
Going on a least 6 months, probably more like 9, of pain in legs starting at body trunk and going down the back of my leg. It feels like when you stand up after sitting for a long time and you stand up quickly. That tight, lighted headed feeling, but in my leg. The only difference is its much more intense and it throbs, but not a pulled muscle, i had a few and this feels different. The pain goes all the way down to my lower calf, about half way down. The pain doesn't go away unless i bend my leg into just the just spot, especially if i'm sitting or laying down. The pain comes when i stand up from anything, sleeping, watching TV, sitting at a desk. Could it really just be a badly pulled muscle or is it more serious?
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From the description of your symptoms, it sounds like a nerve compression in your low back region causing radiating pain in your leg. Consult physiotherapist to confirm the diagnosis. You will need a few treatment sessions for pain relief. Get your spine muscle strength checked by physio. If they are weak, you can learn strengthening exercises. Make sure that you maintain good posture throughout the day. Untill the pain subsides; avoid sitting or standing for long duration, avoid frequently bending forwards or lifting heavy objects.
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When sitting at a desk, follow the ergonomics mentioned in following article:
https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/workplace-ergonomics-to-prevent-back-pain-24396/post
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