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What Causes Numbness In Leg And Sudden Body Jerks?

A Dr here diagnosed spinal stenosis. right leg numb and heavy all the time, now effecting both legs and arm. Have done PT only agrivated things. Scheduled for only one injection. Difficult walk or sit, use cain for balance, body jerks without notice. (surgery fusion 1987) cant get a straight answer as to what is going on with additional symptoms and what to expect. I do not want to become parilized!!!!
Wed, 10 Sep 2014
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Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think you are suffering from spinal stenosis with compressive symptoms.Rest in position of relief, Cartisafe D once daily,NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (DICLOFENAC 100 MG SLOW RELEASE TABLETS) give relief. But your symptoms are more severe. You may be further investigated by MRI and operation may be required. I think your query answered.Welcome to any follow up query
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What Causes Numbness In Leg And Sudden Body Jerks?

Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic.After going through your query I think you are suffering from spinal stenosis with compressive symptoms.Rest in position of relief, Cartisafe D once daily,NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (DICLOFENAC 100 MG SLOW RELEASE TABLETS) give relief. But your symptoms are more severe. You may be further investigated by MRI and operation may be required. I think your query answered.Welcome to any follow up query