Leg & Foot Numbness & Tingling: Diagnosis & Treatment
Princeton Spine & Joint Center・2 minutes read
Leg and foot numbness and tingling can result from nerve irritation, with specific causes and treatments depending on whether symptoms affect one or both legs. Various treatment options, including exercises, injections, surgery, and alternative therapies, can help alleviate symptoms and address underlying issues related to nerve compression and neuropathy.
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Leg and foot numbness can stem from various causes, each requiring specific treatments, with different approaches needed when symptoms affect one leg versus both legs or feet.
Peripheral neuropathy, often originating in the toes and feet, can result from diverse factors like diabetes or nutritional deficiencies, emphasizing the need to address underlying causes for effective treatment and management, including medication options for symptom relief.