Thank you so much for your comments! I will definitely look into making sure I don't have any deficiencies. That's a great idea. And I will definitely talk to my doctor about having an EMG. I'm glad to hear that a nerve condition wouldn't show up on any imaging because when I had my MRI and they came back negative I was afraid they were never going to find anything wrong. Again, thank you so much. You've given me a lot of hope!
Hi IceSk8er,
Welcome to MedHelp's Pain Management Forum. I am glad that you found us and took the time to post. I admire your choice of careers. Figure skating is truly a beautiful sport that requires extreme dedication and more! Again your devotion is inspiring and admirable.
I am far from an expert so I doubt I can offer much more then what your physicians have offered. But I am wondering if your pain could be nerve related....which wouldn't show up on any imaging. A painless EMG would provide you with those answers. Burning, numbness and shooting pain sounds like nerve involvement.
I'm guessing that after twelve years of pounding and the demands that your profession places on your feet and ankles they may be doing a bit of rebelling. They are tired!
Another thought regarding the cramping is to make sure your electrolytes, vitamins and minerals are all in balance. Deficiencies in any of those area can account for pain, cramping and even fatigue. That may sound too simple but there are many of us that can attest to the sometimes extreme symptoms that deficiencies have caused us.
When my Vit D, B12 or a few others are low my pain is high.... spasms, cramping and fatigue are more pronounced. It also effects my mood. I feel "down" and lack the energy required to push myself through activities that I normally perform. So give that possibility some consideration.
I hope I've been of some help.... and that you'll keep in touch and let us know how you are doing. I'll look forward to your updates with interest.
Best of Luck to You,
~Tuck