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What Causes Atrophy Of The Lower Leg Muscle?

in 1998 I ruptured l5s1 and had a laminectomy, I did well for several years, but over the last couple of years have noticed atrophy of my r lower leg muscle, burning pain down my leg. I am on Neurontin, and wrap my leg with an ace wrap in order to continue working. Is there a way to reverse the atrophy and pain without surgery
Mon, 6 Apr 2015
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Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion if the atrophy has been for more than a year than chances of it recovering even with surgery are minimal. meanwhile I would like to have your complete examination and MRI investigation to see the status of your spine now. there are chances that if surgery can no more be done than you would need good physio to have some recovery.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

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What Causes Atrophy Of The Lower Leg Muscle?

Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion if the atrophy has been for more than a year than chances of it recovering even with surgery are minimal. meanwhile I would like to have your complete examination and MRI investigation to see the status of your spine now. there are chances that if surgery can no more be done than you would need good physio to have some recovery. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health. Special note- Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only.