A tingling pain and numbness extending from the lower back to the back of the left thigh.
symptom
The main complaint is pain and numbness extending from the lower back to the back of the left thigh. The symptoms began three months ago while working at a desk, and the tingling pain and numbness gradually worsened while sitting. In daily life, it was difficult to sit for extended periods, and the patient was unable to concentrate on work. After visiting an orthopedic clinic, the patient was diagnosed with suspected spinal stenosis. The patient did not report any other physical discomforts.
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Visitors
Male
50's
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Period
February 2025 - March 2025
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frequency
1 visit
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Number of hospital visits
1 times
Treatment and progress
Upon initial examination, significant tension was found in the buttocks, and symptoms were triggered by bending. During treatment, acupuncture was performed on points in the lumbar region to relieve tension in the buttocks and thighs. Significant improvement was observed after the first treatment, and as a finishing touch, acupuncture was performed on points in the shins, resulting in improved movement and the disappearance of pain and numbness. Subsequently, the patient experienced no recurrence of symptoms during a business trip four days later, was able to travel by vehicle, and was able to resume daily life without any disruption.
Acupressure points used
Summary
The pain and numbness extending from the lower back to the back of the left thigh was thought to be partly caused by tension in the buttocks and thigh. Acupuncture on points in the lower back and shin was effective in improving the symptoms. Following the disappearance of symptoms, the patient was able to live a normal life and work without any problems. In this treatment, it is believed that the approach, which accurately identified the area causing the symptoms, contributed to the improvement of the symptoms.
Staff in charge
Kazuhiro Suzaki
Acupuncture clinic for the case:Sunosaki Acupuncture and Osteopathy Clinic
