- without medical advice.
- Ask whether a medication or interaction could be contributing to new symptoms.
- A healthcare professional may recommend monitoring, dose adjustments, or alternative treatments when appropriate.
4. Spinal Stenosis or Nerve Compression
Weakness, numbness, tingling, or heaviness in the legs may sometimes originate from the lower back rather than from the leg muscles themselves.
A possible clue is that symptoms become worse during prolonged standing or walking and improve when sitting or leaning forward. However, these symptoms can overlap with other conditions, so proper evaluation is important.
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