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What Does Persistent Slippage Of Socks While Walking Indicate?

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Posted on Fri, 17 Nov 2023
Question: My socks slip a little off my toes while I walk. The problem has existed for several years and exist regardless of what type of socks or shoe I wear.
Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (39 minutes later)
Brief Answer:

Please provide additional information

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Before guiding you further, I would like to know the following

Since how long you had these symptoms?

Is there any associated weakness of limbs?

Were any tests taken?

Was any medication taken?

Any comorbid conditions like Diabetes Hypertension or Thyroid issues?

Any wasting of limb muscles?

Any associated gait disturbances?

Once I receive your answers, I will guide you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (3 days later)
Symptoms have been strong for the past 2 years while probably mild for several more years. The answer is no to all the things there questions.
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (16 hours later)
Brief Answer:

In-person detailed Neurological examination is required

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

As per your given history, the possibility of a Neurological issue has to be ruled out completely.

For this, I advise you to get a detailed Neurological examination in person by an expert Neurologist.

Likewise, it's advisable to get an MRI SCAN OF BRAIN to rule out cerebellar pathology.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana
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Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (2 days later)
I do not think it is due to any neurological problem as I am not having any problem controlling any part of my toe.
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (21 hours later)
Brief Answer:

It's safe to rule out a Neurological disorder

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

My intent is to rule out the possibility of a Neurological disorder in your case scenario.

Hence, I'd still suggest you take up the relevant tests.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Suresh Heijebu, General & Family Physician


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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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What Does Persistent Slippage Of Socks While Walking Indicate?

Brief Answer: Please provide additional information Detailed Answer: Hello, Before guiding you further, I would like to know the following Since how long you had these symptoms? Is there any associated weakness of limbs? Were any tests taken? Was any medication taken? Any comorbid conditions like Diabetes Hypertension or Thyroid issues? Any wasting of limb muscles? Any associated gait disturbances? Once I receive your answers, I will guide you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.