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Anyone here dealing with peripheral neuropathy?

Neuropathy | Last Active: Oct 28 4:54pm | Replies (3050)

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@robert1551

I have been dealing with back and neck problems for the past 20 years. I have had for back surgeries and 3 neck surgeries. The back surgeries have not help with the pain I get in my legs after walking 15 or 20 steps. I must stop and let me legs stop burning and hurting before I can go any further. My Neurologist says that my leg problems cannot be caused by the spinal canal narrowing of my neck. I have read on the Mayo Clinic sight that neck problems can cause pain in the legs. I really don't know what to believe. I have weakness and tremors in both shoulders and arms. Again my Neurologist says that my neck problems can't cause this problem. I would like some advice and help. Thank you for any advice and help given.

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Hi @robert1551, Welcome to Connect. I'm not a doctor and have no medical training but spinal compression in the neck and spine can cause nerve pain according to many major health facilities. Here's one from John Hopkins:

"What are the symptoms of spinal cord compression? · Pain and stiffness in the neck, back, or lower back · Burning pain that spreads to the arms, buttocks, or down into the legs (sciatica)"
-- Spinal Cord Compression | Johns Hopkins Medicine: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/spinal-cord-compression

Have you thought about getting a second opinion or seeking help at a major teaching hospital or health facility like Mayo Clinic?