Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
My Legs keep getting numb/fell asleep
In the past few years I've stopped any sort of workout. Before that I played football professionally but never got seriously injured. I've started facing this problem from a long time where my legs fell asleep if I cross my legs or put pressure on them whilst crossing them for sometime. I'm curious to know what could be the reason apart from the basic blood circulation issue. My friends and other colleagues also do the same but don't face the same problems. Kindly help.
Answers (3)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
When you cross your legs, the nerve in your leg is getting stretched and thus gives you the feeling of numbness. Assess the flexibility of your hip muscles. Due to your football playing your hip muscles may have become relatively stiffer thus not giving the required flexibility to sit cross-legged.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+145
Dr. Mohit Garg
Joint Replacement Surgeon
6 yrs exp
Bathinda
Get your vit b12 levels
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Jyoti Singh Kapoor
Orthopedist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Please get your vitamin levels checked.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.