Chronic ankle pain, tingling, fasciculations
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about six months ago I stepped on glass in right foot. Mri showed nothing serious. I recovered and went symptom free for about a month. then all of a sudden I started to expereince severe ankle pain that was a dull ache and I had to use crutches.
fast forward another 6-8 weeks and I actually started to experience constanthe tingling/pins and needles feeling in BOTH FEET. I also have visible fasiculations on the sides and bottom of feet that are almost constant. I got an emg and nerve test was negative but showed pinch nerve in l5/s1. Mri of spine showed small herniated disc there abutting but not deforming the Cal sac. I have very little back pain and the pain seems to start at the feet and work it's way upwards rather than from up to downwards.
the neurologist doesn't have any ideas. what is my next move to try and get some treatment?
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adam21393
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any ideas about tests/dia gnosis and Dr's to see . thanks
pippa58442 adam21393
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It sounds like you already have a diagnosis of a pinched nerve and herniated disc. Accept the results of your MRI and the test that showed the pinched nerve. These tests are extremely accurate. Go back to your neurologist and ask if he can suggest treatments for the pain You are seeing the correct specialist for your condition.. If you aren't happy with your specialist, see someone else. However, neuropathic injuries are difficult to treat because everyone responds differently to medications. In my experience, the pain may be able to be managed but not cured. My doctor didn't have much to offer me for my neuropathy, so I have decided to live with it.
Pain in your legs or feet sometimes originates from the spine. This may be the case with you, since herniated discs were found.