Heavy legs is a condition described as an unpleasant sensation of pain and heaviness in the lower limbs. Symptoms include legs feeling weighted, stiff, and tired.
Many medical practitioners believe it is a sign of hypochondriasis.[1]
Heavy legs can be caused by a wide-ranging collection of disorders including but not restricted to varicose veins, peripheral artery disease, restless legs syndrome, multiple sclerosis, venous insufficiency.[2][3]
References[edit]
- ^ Young, Katy (2018-04-11). "Ask the experts: How can I treat heavy legs?". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 2023-07-09.
- ^ Novella, Steven (17 December 2008). "The Syndrome Syndrome". Science Based Medicine. Retrieved 4 July 2018.
- ^ "Heavy legs & MS: Everything you need to know". Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis. 15 July 2020. Retrieved 20 July 2020.||