What are the conservative measures for Meralgia paresthetica?

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Conservative Measures for Meralgia Paresthetica

The conservative measures for Meralgia Paresthetica include:

  • Losing weight 1
  • Not wearing tight belts and/or trousers 1
  • Pharmacological therapy consisting mainly of antineuropathic medication 1
  • Eliminating tight-fitted clothing 2
  • Neuropathic pain medications 2
  • Corticosteroid injections 2

Lifestyle Modifications

Lifestyle modifications are often recommended as the first line of treatment for Meralgia Paresthetica, including:

  • Weight loss 3, 1, 2
  • Avoiding activities that exacerbate the condition 4

Medical Management

Medical management of Meralgia Paresthetica includes:

  • Oral anti-neuropathic medications 5
  • Medications to manage symptoms 3, 4

References

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Research

Meralgia Paresthetica.

Pain practice : the official journal of World Institute of Pain, 2011

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