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Suggest Treatment For Hip Joint Pain And Calf Pain

I am 62 years old and have pain in my hip joints and my calfs when walking any distance. I have been very inactive for several months and am trying to start an exercise regimen again I.E walking and yoga. I have a treadmill and I will walk at work. I am diabetic and have had heart surgery, though I did not have a heart attack. I believe the pain is from inactivity and the fact that my hamstrings are tight. Could it possibly be something else?
Wed, 30 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have hip joint pain and calf pain . The symptoms you mention can cause by disc problem . Well disk herniation is most often the result of a gradual, aging-related wear and tear called disk degeneration. Twisting and turning while lifting is also one of the major reason for this problem . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan ,MRI , myelogram , nerve conduction test along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe percocet , gabapentin , muscle relaxant along with cortisone injection . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , which will help alot and surgery in some severe cases.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Hip Joint Pain And Calf Pain

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have hip joint pain and calf pain . The symptoms you mention can cause by disc problem . Well disk herniation is most often the result of a gradual, aging-related wear and tear called disk degeneration. Twisting and turning while lifting is also one of the major reason for this problem . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan ,MRI , myelogram , nerve conduction test along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe percocet , gabapentin , muscle relaxant along with cortisone injection . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy , which will help alot and surgery in some severe cases. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari