Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain
ChiroUp
APRIL 10, 2025
Yet, meralgia paresthetica is frequently overlooked by healthcare providers - often mistaken for lumbar radiculopathy, muscular strain, or dermatologic issues. With the patient side-lying, the examiner applies downward and lateral compression to the upper iliac crest, effectively slackening the inguinal ligament. 49,50) Imaging (e.g.,
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