In this article, we will discuss the leg and the diagnostic tests and address some common questions related to it.
What is Leg Pain?
Leg pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Leg that makes it difficult for a person to walk or stand. The Leg is made up of soft tissues, bones, cartilage, tendons, nerves, blood vessels etc. Any abnormality in these components of the Leg can lead to Leg pain. Leg pain can also be due to injuries, accidents, infections, arthritis, leg cramps etc. A person with Leg pain should consult the healthcare provider to detect the possible reason. Ignoring Leg pain makes it worse and needs more time for recovery. Leg pain conditions can be treated with medications, exercise or rest and sometimes need surgery if the condition is serious.
Main Causes of Leg Pain?
Leg pain is irritating and makes it difficult to walk for the person. There are various reasons for Leg pain and these causes include:
Leg Pain Due to Sports Injury
Leg pain can be due to injuries when you are outdoors to play. It is more common that you will get an injury or twist in the Leg. These include strains, Leg injuries, bone fractures, nerve locks and Leg twists. The condition can be very mild to serious depending on the injury of the Leg. A person may need rest, medication, and splints as a treatment for a sports injury of the Leg. In serious cases, you may need surgery for the sports Leg condition.
Arthritis
Arthritis also causes Leg pain. A person with arthritis is more susceptible to Leg pain because it is more used and can lead to the condition easily. The cartilage and tendons of the Leg get rigid, or the deposition of crystals leads to the Leg joint making it very hard to move and giving a painful sensation. The condition worsens in cold due to low temperatures causing stiffness in the Leg.
Blood Clots in the Leg
Blood clots are formed in veins deep inside the body. These clots are formed in the lower leg usually after long hours of rest. The condition is also called Deep Vein Thrombosis and makes it difficult for a person to walk or stand.
Muscle Fatigue or Strain
The other reason for leg pain is overuse of the leg muscles or the cramps. These conditions occur when a person walks or runs too much. This condition can cause intense pain to the person. Continuous running or walking leads to lactic acid buildup in the muscles, which causes muscle cramps which leads to muscle pain. Treatment for leg pain includes rest, splints, medications and steroid injections that can help relieve the pain.
Leg fracture
Fractures in the leg can lead to serious pain in the leg. The pain can be unbearable at times and can be due to bone break. Fracture can be of different types depends how it affects the bone. Bone fracture of the leg can be due to accidents, falls, twists, leg breakage etc. Leg fracture treatments include rest, surgery, splints etc.
Other reasons for the Leg pain include:
- Bone spurs
- Muscle fatigue or strain
- Varicose veins
- Gout
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Spinal disc herniation
- Sciatica
Which Tests Are Used To Detect Leg Pain?
There are various types of tests used to diagnose Leg pain. These tests include:
- MRI Leg (Book Now)
- CT Foot (Book Now)
- Ultrasound Leg (Book Now)
- Physical Examinations (Book Now)
Why choose Ganesh Diagnostic for a Leg pain test?
Ganesh Diagnostic is one of the most respected and prestigious Diagnostic centres that provides Leg tests. The radiological tests for the Leg are backed by NABH accreditations. The centre provides free blood sample collection and pathological tests from home at affordable rates for Leg tests.
Conclusion
Leg pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Leg that makes it difficult for a person to walk or stand. The Leg is made up of soft tissues, bones, cartilage, tendons, nerves, blood vessels etc. Any abnormality in these components of the Leg can lead to Leg pain. Leg pain can be due to injuries, accidents, infections, arthritis etc. There are various treatments for Leg pain conditions like medications, rest, ice packs, splints etc. There are various tests used for the detection of Leg pain and patients can choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for Leg pain tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Leg Pain?
Leg pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Leg that makes it difficult for a person to walk or stand. The Leg is made up of soft tissues, bones, cartilage, tendons, nerves, blood vessels etc.
What are the Various symptoms related to the Leg abnormality?
Various symptoms related to Leg pain include swelling, itching, numbness, not being able to walk, not able to stand etc.
What are the Causes of the Leg Pain?
Various causes of Leg pain include repeated overuse of the Leg muscle, accidents or injuries, arthritis, sports injuries, etc.
Which tests are used for Leg Pain Diagnosis?
Various tests, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and physical examination, are used to diagnose Leg pain.
What is the ICD-10 code for Leg Pain Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Leg pain is M79.606.
How can Patients download Leg Pain Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Leg pain test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Leg Pain Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Leg pain tests are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
