What could cause chronic leg pain?
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Last updated: May 27, 2011
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I am not yet 40 and I suffer pain everyday in my legs from hips to toes. I had knee surgery last year from meniscus torn and now have heel spur. I'm not eligible for disability and have prexisting issues. Why do my legs hurt so much?
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Jane Andersen, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist in private practice in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She provides surgical and nonsurgical foot and ankle...
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Sometimes pain that radiates down the legs is caused by problems with the lower back, but it’s difficult to diagnose your pain without a physical examination. You should first be evaluated by your primary care doctor. He or she can determine if you should see an orthopedist or a neurologist. Your heel pain is best evaluated by a podiatrist.
To make the most of your visits, make a list of what your symptoms are, when they happen, and what makes them better or worse. It is possible they are all linked, so your primary care doctor is a good start in your search for answers.
