Meralgia Paresthetica Physiotherapy | Pain Free
Meralgia Paresthetica is also called as Bernhardt-Roth syndrome. It is a neurological condition that causes numbness, tingling, and sometimes pain in the outer aspect of the thigh, but often not so serious. The lateral femoral cutaneous branch of the femoral nerve compressed in the inguinal ligament is the most probable cause of the symptom. Pain is usually located on the lateral side of the thigh. REMEDIES : • Loose clothing • Resting • Losing weight • Stretching • NSAIDs • Aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen • Deep tissue massage • Exercises for the groin area • Increase flexibility and strengthening of the hip . • Pelvis/low back mobility, stabilization and relaxation exercises • Corticosteroid injection • Tricyclic antidepressant • Gabapentin, pregabalin • Nerve decompression surgery • By wearing loose-fitting clothing or by losing weight we can reduce pain. • Pregnant women can get relief after giving birth to their babies. • Medications are recommended in se...