Leg pain

Leg pain is any ache or discomfort you get between your groin and ankle. Read here to find out more about leg pain symptoms, causes and treatment.

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Calf pain

Calf pain is often caused by muscle strain or cramps due to exercise, dehydration or mineral deficiency. But it can signal something more serious.

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Leg ulcers

Leg ulcers are deep sores in the leg, and they're very common, expecially among older people. Here's what you need to know about leg ulcers.

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Restless legs syndrome

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that can make it hard for you to sleep. Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatment for RLS.

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Limb injuries

A limb injury is harm to limbs including arms, legs, fingers, or toes. Find out more about limb injuries, infection, treatment and prevention.

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Erythema nodosum

Erythema nodosum causes red lumps on your lower legs, that can be painful. Learn about the symptoms and treatments for erythema nodosum.

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Sciatica

Sciatica is a type of pain in your back and legs. Discover more about the causes, how the symptoms develop and how it's treated.

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Peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage causing pain, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs. Explore causes, symptoms and treatments.

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Varicose veins

Varicose veins are swollen blood vessels, usually seen on your legs. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for varicose veins.

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Peripheral vascular disease

Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) narrows blood vessels, often in legs, causing pain, numbness and ulcers. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.

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Lipoedema

Lipoedema is an incurable condition featuring an abnormal build up of fatty tissue usually in the legs. It causes pain and swelling. Learn to help manage it.

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Shin splints

Shin splints are caused by overusing your lower leg muscles. Find out more about their symptoms, treatments and other causes of shin pain.

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Elephantiasis

Elephantiasis is a tropical disease spread by mosquito bites that can cause arm and leg swelling and skin to become hard and thick, like an elephant's.

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Cellulitis

Cellulitis is an infection of your skin and the tissues directly beneath it. It often affects your lower leg, but can occur on any part of your body.

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Lumbar laminectomy

Lumbar spinal stenosis is where the spinal canal narrows in your lower back. This may cause pain or weakness in your legs. The aim of surgery is to prevent your symptoms getting worse.

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Piriformis syndrome

Piriformis syndrome can cause pain in your buttocks and all the way down your legs. Read more to learn about causes and how to treat your symptoms.

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Cervical laminectomy

Cervical spinal stenosis is where the spinal canal narrows in your neck, causing weakness or numbness in your arms and legs. The aim of surgery is to prevent further damage to your spinal cord.

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Flat feet (fallen arches)

Flat feet is when your foot's arch is lower than normal. It can cause pain in your foot, leg or elsewhere. Learn more about treatment options here.

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Femoral hernia repair

A femoral hernia is when a lump develops in the hole in the wall of your abdomen where the femoral artery and vein pass from your abdomen into your leg. Surgery will relieve the hernia and complications that may happen if it is not treated.

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Sever's disease

Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in children. It affects children 8 – 14 years of age. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment.

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Plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is when the tissue on the bottom of your foot becomes inflamed. It commonly causes heel pain. Learn how to manage the pain here.

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Muscle aches and pains

Muscular aches and pains are common and often related to tension, overuse, or injury, resulting from exercise or physically demanding work.

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Heel pain

A lot of people suffer from heel pain. Find out how to treat heel pain, self-care options and when to seek medical attention from a specialist.

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Feeling restless

Restlessness may affect you mentally or physically. If depression or anxiety are causing you to feel restless, here are some tips that may help.

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Ankle fracture surgery

For some types of ankle fracture, an operation is the best way to make sure your ankle bones heal in a good position.

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Removing metalwork

Metalware is often used in operations to help bones to heal. Once your bones have healed, your surgeon may recommend removing the metalware to reduce or prevent any problems it may cause.

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Paget's disease of bone

Paget's disease is a condition that weakens and deforms your bones. Read more information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Bone diseases

Bone disease can range from cancers, infections, or conditions. Read below to learn the different types of bone disease, symptoms and treatment options.

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Fractures

A fracture is a crack or break in your bone caused by trauma, overuse or weak bones. Learn about symptoms, treatments, and prevention.

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Cast care

Looking after your cast helps the healing process. You should follow any cast-care instructions you receive from your healthcare professional.

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