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Pins and needles, numbess

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kelly_01680
kelly_01680

I've had pins and needles 24/7 for 6 months now. I'm my legs and feet. I also get it in my right hand if I'm holding something.

Just recently I've started to get completly numb feet and legs when sat down with my legs straight out. It's as soon as I sit like that and the longer I do, the worst the numbess gets. Any ideas please?

Thank you

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  • sandra90064
    sandra90064 kelly_01680

    Posted

    Sounds like what happened in my case.Get an MRI immediately.Its not normally to have numbness that long.
  • Dog_Lover
    Dog_Lover kelly_01680

    Posted

    You probably have a pinched nerve.  Your doctor can suggest some things for you to try, such as 10 days of steroids, acupuncture, and back exercises.  After you have an MRI he might send you to a pain management specialist to get a steroid injection in your spine (I've had several & they're no big deal.). Surgery should always be your last option. 
  • kelly_01680
    kelly_01680

    Posted

    Thanks for your replies. I'm having a full spinal MRI on Thursday. I already see a pain specialist
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