Dear Doctor, I am a female aged 49 and I am a desk worker at an office. A week ago, I noticed that both my legs swell around the ankle and foot area by evening time, and they also hurt. I am worried, ...

It doesn't usually have any symptoms, but there are some signs that may indicate a potentially serious complication - what to ...

The purpose of conducting this test is to review muscle and nerve function to get a better picture of the leg's functionality. This test is popular for patients who suffer lower back pain.

butt pain, and leg pain. Exercises to strengthen your core or increase flexibility can help with pain reduction and improved mobility. Most of the time, treating sciatic neuritis with exercises is ...

Early symptoms can include cold feet and leg cramping with activity, although some people with PAD don't experience symptoms. Advanced disease can cause constant pain and tissue death. Treatments are ...

Time to dust off the bike. It's that time of year again, when the hearts of cyclists start to pound, their lungs fill with fresh air and their legs ache from unaccustomed pedalling. It's also time ...

Common characteristics of pain related to back problems, though, include: A stabbing sensation and may radiate down your legs Pain that worsens during certain activities Pain that improves when you ...

I broke my leg in two places, my pelvis in four places, a bunch of ribs. I've got my physio to thank and painkillers. It was really quite serious and actually painkillers - I know that sounds silly, I ...

Dear Dr. Roach: In 2022, I took a trip to France to visit friends and sightsee. My hip/leg pain started after I spent my days walking and climbing stairs in Paris. (I walked 20 kilometres one day!) ...

Listen to your pain levels and understand your capabilities. “There are loads of simple exercises you can do in a seated position to help with arthritis such as leg lifts. This can help open up ...

Caused by narrowings and blockages in the arteries of the legs, it can lead to intermittent claudication – calf pain while walking – what the Dutch call “window-shopping legs”. Leg pain ...

Experiencing leg pain, swelling, or numbness can be alarming, as these symptoms may be linked to a wide range of underlying health conditions. From minor injuries to potentially life-threatening ...