CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL
Leg pain that occurs upon standing and is relieved by lying down is a symptom that may be associated with various conditions affecting blood circulation or the spinal structure.
This type of pain typically indicates compression or irritation of the spinal nerves or an obstruction of blood flow in the leg arteries. Identifying the underlying cause is crucial for effective treatment and to prevent long-term complications.
Pathology | Suspicion Diagnosis | Confirmatory Diagnosis |
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) | Leg pain when walking or standing, relieved by rest, weak or absent pulse in the limbs. | Abnormal ankle-brachial index (ABI), arterial Doppler, angiography. |
Vertebral disc prolapse | Leg pain radiating from the lower back, worsens when standing or walking, improves when lying down, numbness, weakness. | Spinal MRI, electromyography (EMG). |
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