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Suggest Treatment For Numbness And Tingling On Knees

Lately I have been waking up with that sleeping feeling in both of my knees. They are numb and start tingling once I move them and stretch. I have no history of knee problems, and currently do not have any pain or swelling. This only happens when I am sleeping on my back, I have tried to sleep with my legs elevated to see if that helps, but is does not seem to make a difference. Is this something I should be concerned about? Or is this just a minor inconvenience I have to deal with?
Thu, 16 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
The symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to a nerve root compression . You need to get an MRI scan of the area done and consult a neurophysician for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Meanwhile you can follow these measures:
- If the pain is severe, you need bed rest till the pain resolves.
- Get some analgesics prescribed and apply analgesic spray or ointments.
- While resting, keep a pillow under your knees if it doesn't bother you.
- Avoid lifting heavy objects.
- Back strengthening exercises and stretching exercises daily as advised by a Physiotherapist.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any more concern.
Warm Regards.
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Suggest Treatment For Numbness And Tingling On Knees

Hi, Thanks for your query. The symptoms that you are having are likely to be due to a nerve root compression . You need to get an MRI scan of the area done and consult a neurophysician for proper diagnosis and treatment. Meanwhile you can follow these measures: - If the pain is severe, you need bed rest till the pain resolves. - Get some analgesics prescribed and apply analgesic spray or ointments. - While resting, keep a pillow under your knees if it doesn t bother you. - Avoid lifting heavy objects. - Back strengthening exercises and stretching exercises daily as advised by a Physiotherapist. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any more concern. Warm Regards.