Leg pain mostly at night

[Bubs10]

I have pain in my left leg as soon as I lie down to sleep at night. It doesn't bother me during the day

No pain medications have helped. I had a left hip replacement last year yet I have no pain on the right side at all, only the left.

[cyberbarn]

What type of pain is it? Is it burning, or aching or something else? Different types of pain respond to different treatments. Which pain medications have you tried?

[PainConcernHelpline Moderator Community Champion Pain Concern]

Hi Bubs10 ,

Thank you for your post. Really sorry to hear about your leg pain.

Can I just check if you have seen your doctor with this issue? Just in case not, it is always safest to get their opinion first as they can judge best if this is something that requires medical attention.

You also mention that no pain medication has helped. Many people find that pain that does not respond well to medication can be effectively alleviated with pain management techniques. These include things, like conducting a healthy lifestyle but also meditation and mindfulness techniques.

We have a great leaflet if you are interested in reading up about this here: painconcern.org.uk/manage-y...

You can also find many videos online which help with guided meditations for pain management - perhaps you will find one that you like.

I hope this helps and do get in touch with your doctor if your pain is still of concern.

Wishing you the best,

Luca on behalf of Pain Concern