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Suggest Remedy For Severe Pain And Cramps In Foot

I have been having very severe pain in my left foot. I can be walking and suddenly get a spasm and cramp that is so painful, I can t walk without limping. It most often happens after standing at work for up to eight hours. What could be causing this, what can I do about it? Thank you.
Tue, 3 May 2016
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hi,

thank you for providing the brief history of you.

A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised.

As the cramps arise post long hours standing at work, it can be due to two factors -
1. due to vasuclar insufficiency
2. due to neuropathic changes

For vascular insufficiency a Doppler scan might reveal any varicose vein or DVT. Post which with simple medication and physical therapy you should be fine

For neuropathic pain , understanding the MRI of lumbar spine needs an attention to rule out the disc injury. Also, with simple medication and physical therapy you get relief.

Regards
Jay Indravadan Patel
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Suggest Remedy For Severe Pain And Cramps In Foot

hi, thank you for providing the brief history of you. A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised. As the cramps arise post long hours standing at work, it can be due to two factors - 1. due to vasuclar insufficiency 2. due to neuropathic changes For vascular insufficiency a Doppler scan might reveal any varicose vein or DVT. Post which with simple medication and physical therapy you should be fine For neuropathic pain , understanding the MRI of lumbar spine needs an attention to rule out the disc injury. Also, with simple medication and physical therapy you get relief. Regards Jay Indravadan Patel