Depending on the cause and each individual's situation leg pain symptoms can present themselves in many different ways. Some people experience leg pain down the back of one or both legs. Others experience pain down the back of the leg and others in the front of the thigh and others can experience pain down the side of the legs. Sometimes the pain can described as sharp, numbness, dull, aching, burning and/or tingling.
Causes of Leg Pain
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Muscle strain or fatigue
- Injury to joint, tendon, ligament, or muscle
- Muscle cramps
- Dehydration
- Side effects of medications
- Injury to ankles, hips, or knees
- Poor bio-mechanics
- Disc problems
- And more
Types of Leg Pain
We will perform a careful physical examination and evaluation where we will examine your spine, pelvis, hip joint, knee, ankle and foot to try to determine the actual source of your pain. An x-ray or scans may be necessary to confirm the exact cause in some cases. We will then create a personalized plan to try to remove your symptoms and improve function that fits your level of activity and what can be fit into your schedule.
