Vibrations in my left leg

[supermom333]

I am wondering why I feel a vibration in my left leg.  When it first started I thought it was my cell phone ringing but my phone was not in my pocket.  I feel the vibration all day long and it has a pattern to it.  It is a weired feeling and I can not figure out what causes this and why it will not go away.  Can you tell me why I feel this?

[ccmom]

[geri1966]

I also get the vibration feeling, i mainly get it in my feet. I really don't know what causes it.

[ccmom]

I am having the same exact problem with my right leg.  Just like you, I kept thinking it was my cell phone starting to ring (mine vibrates first) but it was my leg.  I had to see my oncologist yesterday (bc survivor) and he said it did not sound like a cancer symptom (thank goodness).  He thinks I should see a neurologist if it continues.

I hope one of the docs answers your question here, so we can get more information.

Karen

[ccmom]

Bumping this up in hopes of more replys.

[ccmom]

Bumping this up for some answers.

[ddean]

I am getting the same vibrations in my left leg and I too thought it was my cell phones.  I have already been diagnosed with Osteoarthritis ((degenerative arthritis) is a joint disease caused by the breakdown and loss of the cartilage of one or more joints.)).  
I feel quite sure this is a symptom of it, but with the pain I am having in that leg at the hip and the vibrations down the leg, I need relief, not diagnosis.

I am already taking arthritis medication, though it appears that may need to try another type to address this issue.  I am also taking over the counter Glucosamine and chronditin, which are combined supplements that are suppose to help regenerate the cartilage around the joints that causes osteo-arthritis.  The first 2 -3 months, it all seems to be helping greatly, but these past 2 months, it's like I am not taking anything at all.  And now, the skin under my fingernails are splitting and drying and painful.  All of this is related to the arthritis as well.
So if any of you find relief, post it.  I need it.

[hannahjackiesmom]

I am glad I found this post.  I was hit by a drunk driver almost 8 years ago.  I sustained several inuries that resulted in several titanium implants.  One of my worst injuries was a double compoud fracture to my left femur.  The scar tissue has adhered nearly to the bone in my thigh.  To this day, I can't even stand to have someone blow air on it.  I have a lot of nerve damage throughout my arms and legs.  I also have a great deal of pain.  

A have new and strange sensations almost on a daily basis.  I was told 7 years ago, that I was the best I would ever be, and it was basically downhill for me at that point.  Although, I don;t let it slow me down, and I rarely complain or even limp.  I don't have time for that.  But there are times, like today, where I just want to sit and cry because of all of the pain.

One new addition is this strange vibration in my left leg, where I had the horrible fracture.  I kept thinking that my cell phone was near my leg, but it wasn't.  This weird sensation is actually going on right now.  I just attribute everything to the severity of my injuries and nerve damage.  But, should anyone find anything else new about this, please post.  My next doctor visit may be to a neurologist, which has been a long time coming.  I'm glad to hear that there are others experiencing the same thing.  Sometimes I think it has to be in my head.  For everyone's sake, I just hope it is nothing significant.

[hannahjackiesmom]

I am glad I found this post.  I was hit by a drunk driver almost 8 years ago.  I sustained several inuries that resulted in several titanium implants.  One of my worst injuries was a double compoud fracture to my left femur.  The scar tissue has adhered nearly to the bone in my thigh.  To this day, I can't even stand to have someone blow air on it.  I have a lot of nerve damage throughout my arms and legs.  I also have a great deal of pain.  

A have new and strange sensations almost on a daily basis.  I was told 7 years ago, that I was the best I would ever be, and it was basically downhill for me at that point.  Although, I don;t let it slow me down, and I rarely complain or even limp.  I don't have time for that.  But there are times, like today, where I just want to sit and cry because of all of the pain.

One new addition is this strange vibration in my left leg, where I had the horrible fracture.  I kept thinking that my cell phone was near my leg, but it wasn't.  This weird sensation is actually going on right now.  I just attribute everything to the severity of my injuries and nerve damage.  But, should anyone find anything else new about this, please post.  My next doctor visit may be to a neurologist, which has been a long time coming.  I'm glad to hear that there are others experiencing the same thing.  Sometimes I think it has to be in my head.  For everyone's sake, I just hope it is nothing significant.

[carlyb]

I have had the same feeling in my leg, going on and off hormones.

[BrandyF]

Hi there, Is the sensation u have true vibration or more like pins & needles? If it is truly vibration, I have had it in my pelvic area & down both my legs for almost 2 months now! It has increased more & more every few days! I finally got my mri results last week & I will now be having back surgery on Monday morning, due to 3 herniated disc that are compressing nerves in my spine!May I ask u some ?'s?? How long have u had the vibrations?have u had any tingling, numbness??How about the pins & needles I mentioned before? Pain of any degree? U should keep track(i'd write it down!) when this started,so u know how long it has lasted, & write any new sensations /symptoms..no matter how minor u think they are! They may increase rapidly, I know from experience & it helps to know all this stuff! Of course there is probably many possibilities for the cause of this, but I can tell you nerve impengement is definitely 1 of them!! Do u have any back problems?back pain?  Best of luck to ya,Brandy

[Bckyc101]

going to bring this up again, I hope you guys dont mind!!!

[larry_40014]

Just to let you know, I'm having the exact same symptoms.  Exactly! I told my wife the exact same story about the cell phone.  Let me know as you know more, and I'll do the same. ***@****

[Suri123]

Hi, It could be muscle fassicuation( twitch ), or too much stress to leg bone. Have you seen a neurophysician to get investigated. What is the duration since it started and how is it progressing. Are you diabetic/hypertensive/smoker or consume alcohol regularly.
Please update about the visit.
Take care.

[shawna103]

Wow, I'm amazed that I found a group of people having the same issue.
It started last Friday and I kept thinking it was my cell phone and today I realized it wasn't the phone, because it wasn't in my pocket. So yes, I have lower back pain too. This is my left leg and you can't feel the vibration from the outside, only from the inside. Any idea how it worsens?
When I should see a doctor?

Shawna103

[arrowcreek]

Has anyone figured out what this is from? I have the same thing. Could it be muscle fatigue?

[Huskyte]

I have had a vibration in my right leg for about 2 months now, Sometimes it isnt there, sometimes I think a motor is running on the same floor I am standing on. My Left thigh also has a knumb area about 3" circle not totally knumb and the doc says I probably have a damaged nerve. The Vibration thing sounds the same as many and isnt enough to stop me from doing anything, easy to forget about it as well.
Also have ringing in the ears that comes and goes, I'm 52 and in otherwise great shape. The vibration is confusing

[sstupid]

It's gotta be stress related.  I started having this about 4 days ago.  It comes and goes.  It's a vibration much like a pager which cycles on and off in about 2 second increments for a couple of minutes, goes away, then comes back again.  It seems to come from inside my right quad about halfway between my knee and hip.  I cannot feel the vibration with my hand and it is not a muscle twitch.  I started a really stressful job about 3 months ago and have developed this and a strange lower-eyelid twitch in my left eye, so I assume they're both stress related.  I'm gonna drink a beer and calm down.  

[Michelle285]

Everyone on here seems to have the same symptoms but no body has any answers to what it might be.  Anyone out there with any diagnosis??

[rdtf]

My vibration is apparently in exactly the same location as yours is.  You sound like you are describing my leg exactly.  I have no other symptoms, no eye twitch, no back pain, and no really stressful job.  I wondered if it were hormones or the extra 20# i carry cutting off circulation or nerves.  I am active and healthy and only in my early 40s.  My vibration feels like someone letting air out of an inflated balloon rapidly in 2-10 second intervals.  I had wondered if it was a circulation problem but I have no other circulation symptoms.  Who has been to doctors about their problem and what sorts of doctors have been consulted?

[choirteach]

I have the same problem with my left leg feeling like my cell phone is going off in my pocket. It seems to happen every 3 to 4 seconds. If anyone knows what this might be... please post your answer!

THIS IS DRIVING ME NUTS!

[wawa3]

I have the same thing and I have neuropathy not sure if that is what is causing mine but that is what I keep telling myself is the cause. Good luck

[lydamu]

I have had vibrations in my legs, mainly feet for months now. i have spoken with my gp and had an mri - they say that it is anxiety related and nothing to worry about

[Hillzy]

i have the same thing, yet it is in on the top of my hip the right side, my "preferred" side... quite annoying, tho must admit, started back on weight traing yesterday for 1st time in 2 years.. would luv to know what is happening, cos its never happened before

[jarbo2277]

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[jarbo2277]

I'm a 54 yr old male. Healthy - no back issues - vegetarian, exerciser etc. Just started getting the "cell phone" vibration in my outside right hip/thigh area an inch or two in - 1 sec on, 2-3 seconds off, about 2 days ago.
   Pretty distracting if I'm sitting still or lying down - if it keeps up for any length of time will check out chiropractic and/or homeopathy and/or acupuncure and/or neurologist, etc. Will advise if I find out anything!

[g_rae]

I just found you folks today. I have been having the same sensations for four days now.  Non-stop vibrations in  my upper left thigh (groin area). They are definitely rhythmic in nature... sometimes longer, sometimes shorter pulses.  

The only additions I can make:

I was in a serious car accident 10 years ago and had previous nerve damage to this leg (but not this area)... so the leg doesn't hold the strength it used to... BUT

I have been working out for about 3 months now and the leg has been doing great, until this.  When I worked out last night (on an elliptical for 30 minutes) my leg ached and then the pulses were longer last night and today.  

I have had circulation problems in my leg as well... but have never had any symptoms like this.  I would think circulation problems would show up with more concerns than a vibration.  I would also agree not a muscle twitch, because there is no "twitch" to it.  Because nerves innervate muscles (which is why nerve damage causes strength issues) then I would guess this is a nerve thing, since the muscle in my leg is more sore than usual this week.  

Just a thought with no medical degree, but lots of doctor visit experience:)
I do  like the drink a beer idea though:)

[Stargazer309]

I thought I was imagining it until i decided to search the net .  I'm having a vibration that seems to be coming from the left side of my left foot from the small toe to jus in front of the left ankle. It lasts for about 1 to 1-1/2 second at 2-3 second intervals. I, to thought it was due to some electronic source.
I'm 57, male and have had two heart valve replacements and the last one had to be assisted with a pacemaker.

[hinaman]

My mother used to describe precisely those symptoms; turns out the vibration was just muscle tension, caused by not getting enough or good sleep. I get those vibrations too when I don't sleep right, but checkit out of course

[cmq]

Wow,  I thought it was all in my head!   I've been having this vibration  happen to my left leg for over a week now.   i thought I was going crazy.  i wish there was an answer, of course my mind always imagines the worst.  I'm curious if the people that started this topic awhile ago still have these vibrations or if they have stopped?

Chris

[chelsea02]

I am 24 and have been having these vibrations above my left knee.  It started on a Sunday while I was at the grocery store!  I have been having knee/shin soreness in the same leg.  The vibrations don't hurt, they are just weird.  It is surprising that no one has any answers!  Too bad there is not a DR. on this site!

[LexiFaye]

Same! But when I explained this to my Rhuematologist she said it was neuropthy from my Fibromyalgia. But you can have neuropthy and not have Fibro too.

As for mine I get them when I've been sitting for too long. Like now, since I should be getting to bed, but I've been sitting on my but for like 3 hours on the stupid computer I started to have the sensation in my butt.

The thing is I think it can be for different reasons for everyone. Our bodies are so tricky sometimes. Wish we knew everything, but then we wouldn't have a need for doctors...I guess.

[Smithy104]

At last, some people with a similar problem. In March of last year, I suddenly developed a vibration in one of the anal nerves, and it is exactly the same as a phone on vibrate. It goes on for 5 seconds and off for 7, all day. I have seen a Neurologist, had an MRI and nothing shows up. He had never come across this before and neither has my doctor. I have tried the internet, with no success.  My doctor put me on 80mg of Amytriptaline and that has given me some relief in that it is not so strong, and I so get some relief of the vibration occassionally.  I hope that someone will read your message and come up with an answer.

[miggyb]

Hello everyone!  I am having the same exact symptoms as "sstupid" above.  A rythmic, vibrating sensation in my right thigh which cannot be felt on the outside of my leg.  It is not a twitch or pins and needles, it's literally like my cell phone is on vibrate and going off near my leg.  I tore my right calf muscle a couple years ago, so I don't know if that made my leg more susceptible to this vibration thing.  I felt this vibrating several times over the  last year when reaching for my cell phone (which of course wasn't there!).   I thought I was imagining things, until tonight when the vibrating contiued for several hours.  If anyone has a diagnosis for this, please let me know, or if anyone knows a doctor they can ask about this, please do, and share the info if possible.  I am in between jobs right now and don't have insurance, so I have to wait to get it checked out.  It's definitely a "strange" sensation and pretty annoying.  I thought it could be related to sciatica or restless leg syndrome, but I have never been diagnosed with either?  Thanks everyone for all your comments above and help/advice :-)  

[hvnstmpst2]

ok we all have the same thing but what is it... I actually reached in my pocket to answer my cell phone and found out it was in my purse.  My chest is also feeling heavy and I have a tickling sensation in my ears.. curiouser and curiouser.

[Julie131]

I've been experiencing similar vibrations since Jan. 11, 2009. They are mainly in my left leg/foot, from the bottom of my foot up through my entire my leg and sometimes up even into lower back/ up into my trunk and sometimes even into my chin, but mainly in the left foot/leg into lower back, and occasionally on the right side. I was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism, which I began taking 50 mcg of Levothyroxine for on 1/20/09.
I also fell hard on an ice sidewalk on my left side/back on the morning 12/31 and injured my sacroiliac joint which after a low back MRI also revealed 3 dessicated (not herniated) discs at L2/L3 and L5/S1. My GP seems to think the vibrations are anxiety-related, so I began taking Xanax ER around the same time, 1/20. Doesn't do anything for the vibrations but helps me cope a bit. My chiropractor thinks it could be neuropathy due to the thyroid issue, and/or combined w/ my low back injury. Obviously something is pressing on something that shouldn't be. It's often worse at night when at rest, etc. and is definitely worse if I am overtired and can be exacorbated by anxiety, of course.
Again, the Xanax has helped me cope a bit, but the vibrations have caused a lot of stress, not knowing exactly WHAT is causing it, and having multiple health issues going on at once is confusing the matter, I believe.
I was also just diagnosed with PCOS - Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and began progesterone hormone treatment (Provera) on 2/1. I basically feel like I'm playing a Waiting Game to see if and when things get better. My 3 doctors have been pretty helpful - mainly the chiropractor, as she takes the vibrations seriously. As I said, the GP seems to think it's anxiety related, which I am not discounting, but I've had depression/anxiety for years, and have never had this issue until after my fall on New Year's Eve day, so I believe it's related to the back-injury and is nerve related and is probably being complicated by the thyroid issue, which can also cause neuropathy. I have no idea how long my thyroid was hypo, and what damage may have been done.

I will pray for all who have posted because I know the damage this has done to my quality of life since 1/11.
It's caused a lot of stress/anxiety not knowing what is wrong, what to do about it, and if it will ever go away.
I am turning 35 tomorrow on 2/17 and sincerely hope that I don't have to deal with this the rest of my life.
Any comments are appreciated! I am currently seeing the chiro 3x/week, and won't have blood work done until 3/4, so I'm curious to see if my thyroid levels are better or still low and how much that has to do with this.

Good luck to all, and I'll let you know of any new developments.
Peace - J.

[Jacer]

I was randomly searching for this "cell phone vibration" in my left leg symptom I have been experiencing and found this forum.  Thank God.  I was a little nervous at first about it because there was no noticable muscle spasm.  The descriptions everyone gave is exactly what I felt today.  I have been having pain between shoulder blades for several weeks, probably a compressed nerve or something with back, but I really agree with those that think it could also be stress related...in fact, after I read these posts and felt a little better, the vibration has subsided...very wierd!  

[vibratingleg]

I am a 42 year old male. I am fairly fit and slightly over weight. I spend too much time on my computer but when i'm not I am on the go. I have had the feeling my phone is ringing in my pocket and to my surprise there is no phone in my pocket. I was so freaked out yesterday because it hasn't stopped ringing! I am sooo scared I'm going to have a heart attack! Well, I am still here and no heart attack yet but I have informed everyone that I may not be here much longer. Well, DOES anybody know what the hell is causing this, maybe MICROSFT keyboard is emulating too much interference to my body or something????

[supermomof5]

This has been driving me nuts!  It must be stress and fatigue after reading the other posts.  I have 5 kids and a newborn.  I haven't slept through the night in about 8 years!  I am sure stress is playing a role due to our economic situation as well.  I'm glad to find these posts.  I was afraid of a blood clot or something else.  It's been going on for 4 days.  Like many, I thought it was a cell phone.  It is in my left foot between my pinky toe and the next one.  It has begun to vibrate up my leg a little today.  This is quite bothersome.  I think I just need a good nights sleep regularly and a little of Obama's stimulus money and I'll probably be fine.  I'll keep you posted if anything changes.  Sorry everyone else has this problem, but at least I'm not alone.  I thought House might be my only answer!  Have a great night.

[juliedrinkwine]

I'm nearly 52 with no health problems apart from high blood pressure (controlled by candesartan cilexetil) not overweight, but I do drink wine every night...and have just today started experiencing the same vibration - in my right leg, at about one second on - one second off intervals - I thought it was my cat purring on the bed, then I thought it was machinery vibrating through the floor, then I realised it was only one leg/foot feeling it.  I went to the gym this morning.... but didn't over-work.  Wouldn't it be nice to know the cause and how to get rid of it!  It's been going on for about six hours and I'm fed up - goodness knows how you all have coped with it for so much longer!  

[supermomof5]

The vibrations continue.  I've tried ibuprofen and tylenol with codine.  Nothing stops it.  It doesn't appear to be any worse,but it is continuous.  When I lie down at night it seems intendified due to being still.  This is really irritating now.  I am healthy, right at my perfect weight and I'm very active.  It just started out of no where.  Has anyone had it go away then come back?  Was there an activity associated with its return?

[Fathom500]

I had this problem for a couple of weeks earlier this year. It finally resolved when I started doing some streching exerisices. Basicly laying on my back and pulling one leg at a time toward my head. I would also stand and grab my toes to strech my spine. I also slept with a heating pad under my hips as well. Took about two weeks to finally resolve.

[bobby188]

I just started getting the same thing about 2 hours ago....i got on the net and this blog is the first thing I saw.  I thought it was my cell phone in my pocket going off too (vibrating)... I looked down and I was in my underwear..... I blew it off for the first few mins...but then it didnt go away..so here I am..... mine is the upper right thigh.  I'm 37 and in pretty good health.  anyway, I hope Fathom's (above) solution works for me.  Best of luck everyone.  If anyone gets really sick and has some sort of disease later...please come back and post it.

[bobby188]

does anyone else use a laptop for extended hours.... i wonder if that's why i started getting the same vibration in my right thigh

[nater22]

I have been having the vibrations in my let hip ,exactly where I normally have my cell phone.I too just kept thinking it was the battery going bad or something after several times but then one time I reached for it and it wasnt there.Now I searched the net and came across this forum.I would really appreciate it if someone has some real answes on this too.Thanks

[kfal]

I have been telling people that I feel like air is trapped and vibrating in my foot...I work at a major med center. I'm going to make an appt with a neurologist.  I sometimes think it's because I wear boots with heels
but then tonight I felt vibration in my hand; I'm only 29, and a little worried; reading through posts, I have no diagnosis....I also have h/o diabetes in my fam so scared

[generaltor]

They should have a club for this issue cause i would be one of them. mines comes every 10 seconds like clock work. does anyone have answers to why im only 24...I hope its nothing serious.

[willyshoo]

Okay, tons of people are describing repeated symptoms, cell phone locations, etc. with only a Few ideas of causes out there.  Let's narrow this down as it doesn't look like a doctor's ever going to respond, and this epidemic is striking younger and younger generations.   :P

SUMMARY from posts:
  - Not Age-related
  - Not primarily weight/physical fitness-related
  - Not a muscle spasm
  - IS effecting nerves
  - Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Codine, Xanex, nor any of Julie131's plethora of drugs seem to stop it completely

These possible causes have Not been refuted:
  - Low quality (or lack of) sleep
  - Stress
  - Nerve impingement

I experienced a good dose of both stress and low-quality sleep before my "cell phone" started ringing.  Anybody else?   I've had full spine MRIs, chiropractors, etc for pain I had years ago, and no pinched nerve areas were ever found, but I'm not ruling that out.

I'm going to try to nap or sleep longer at night, make sure the temp is comfortable, etc.  After a couple of nights of good long sleep if it's still going on, maybe we can scratch 'bad sleep' off the list.  Just knowing that that's all it might be definitely helps with the stress issue, and I haven't felt any vibration in 20 or so minutes.

I'M CURED!   (we'll see)

To anybody going to see a doctor or who finds an answer, Please REMEMBER to come back and post a reply.  Set a reminder for yourself if you have to.  (I'm going to)

[willyshoo]

Okay.. update.  I haven't felt the vibrations in about 3 days.  I've been sleeping better than I was when it all started, and I think the last vibration I felt was Thurs or Fri.. none over the weekend.   SO, maybe it is stress-related after all.
I also haven't exercised since Thursday, so that May have something to do with it?  

[artist5555]

Finding this forum has been so good for my anxiety and stress over my wierd "cell phone" vibration in my right upper thigh area!
I'm 56, very healthy, and do yoga to help a pinched nerve problem that sometimes causes some right arm and leg problems. Occasionally I have had this vibration, but I thought it was just my leg reacting to my cell phone in a wierd way. After reading everybodys comments, I think "willyshoo" is right....it's a nerve/ stress related problem. I recently visited my parents, walked more on the treadmill than I ever have, spent a day in the airport, and then when I got back last night noticed vibrations about every 10 seconds. This morning they were gone, but I just walked on my treadmill and they came back. I think I need to just go stretch and relax!

[TracySav]

I am not sure if you would call mine vibrations. It is more like a heart beat in my legs and arms. It feels like I will pass out if I lay still and let it just happen. Any idea ??? Help.

[miggyb]

Hi everyone,

I haven't had the sensation again since I did when I posted my original comment a couple months ago.  What I noticed is that a lot of the complaints here were in the upper thighs more than anywhere else.  The sensation has gone away for me, but I am still wondering about it, and assume I may feel it again at some point.  From what I have read above, it sounds like this could be happening after increased exercise?  Anyways, thanks everyone for your comments, ideas, and support, and I will let you know if I find anything elso out about it....

[miggyb]

also, I DO use a laptop everyday that rests on my lap????

[willyshoo]

TracySav.. no idea, not the same issue, but I'd make an appointment with a doctor to check it out if I were you.  Especially if you feel like you could pass out from it.

Miggyb,
Good point about the laptop.  I had mine in my lap for an hour or so the other night and didn't notice any vibrations after, but I'll give it another test tonight.  

I haven't had the vibrations since last week and have continued to workout/run, so not sure if that has anything to do with it.

[vikpiks]

I have the sensation in both feet, both legs, and up the spinal column.  In my case the Dr. thinks it is related to my low thyroid function.  He has suggested I get more iodine and B12 which I haven't started.  He may be right but I also have suffered greatly over the yrs. with fibromyalgia which hasn't flared up in some time.  I kinda think that plays a part in this too.  It is my intention to get in way more stretching.
The vibrations started when the DH and I moved into a motor coach full time last yr.  I noticed the vibrations off and on and just assumed it was connected to living in a thing with a motor and generator.  I didn't even mention it.  Then recently standing at the rim of the Grand Canyon (and no where near the coach) the vibrations were the most intense ever and I asked my DH what he thought that might be.  He didn't have a clue what I was talking about.  That's when I reached out.  Apparently the whole coach thing is just a coincidence.
Last night, trying to fall asleep, I put my upper and lower incisors together and my teeth actually chattered.  Don't know if it would have been visible to others but it was a huge thing to me.  
Sure hope this all resolves itself.  

[vibratorking]

I am 44 and started vibrating jan. 09.......sometimes my leg, hip, butt, side of head......it seems pretty random. I f its in my butt muscle if i tighten it it goes away....but no luck with other body parts. The only things I have changed this year is that I am getting a special kind of physio therapy done where they try to get your body back in alignment and release tension in muscles. I developed the vibrations about 4 weeks into these treatments. The other thing I have done is increase my exercise load and the weights I lift. Also due to being a Firefighter I dont always get the best sleep.

My father is 81 and says he gets that too on and off......he has always been a couch potato. He is still alive....so I am not worried....I am too leaning towards the idea that it has to do with muscles/tensions etc.....

So while no diagnoses...at least another account

[cwrockwell]

I AS WELL AM HAVING THE EXACT SAME VIBRATIONS IN THE LEFT LEG BETWEEN MY KNEE AND MY HIP. I NOTICED NO-ONE HAS FOUND AN ANSWER.  ONE THING I AM GOING TO TRY6 TODAY THAT I HAVEN'T HEARD ANYONE TRYING YET IS ACUPUNCTURE. THAT MIGHT TELL ME IF IT IS A MUSCLE/ CIRCULATION ISSE. I WILL LEAVE FEEDBACK AFTER I HAVE THE ACUPUNCTURE.

[cwrockwell]

I DID THE ACUPUNCTURE TODAY AND IT DID WORK, SO FAR THE VIBRATING IS GONE, I WILL DO 2 MORE SESSIONS TO MAKE SURE. SO IT MUST BE A CIRCULATION ISSUE.

[cwrockwell]

DAY 2 AFTER ACUPUNCTURE AND VIBRATIONS ARE STILL GONE, AFTER HAVING IT FOR AT LEAST 2 WEEKS.

[vikpiks]

Thanks for letting us know about the relief you've gotten.  I have never tried acupuncture and probably would not have thought of it.  Also, I hadn't thought of circulation instead of nerve damage.

[jmesouth]

I just started having this issue in my right thigh last week and found this chat yesterday.  Has anyone else noticed a connection to heart rate.  I am not completely sure, but I think the intervals are closer when my heart rate is higher. Not 100% sure on this, but just tossing it out there.   If it is then it would likely point to circulation issue.  I am 42, male and healthy. No other issues except this odd vibration.  

[pyrcide]

26 year old male, I smoke, Drink caffeine, and even alcohol.  I work hard getting plenty of leg excersice through the day.  An in truth, my stress level at work has gone down, but at home has gone up.   Just yesterday afternoon this vibration started in my left leg, it's still there, about every two seconds and last for about 1 sec.  Ive tried muscle relaxers, beer, and they dont work, I dont think its stress or a muscle spasm, I think it may be a circulation issue, i a can feel my pulse when I wrap my hand around my calf, the area where this " vibration " is occuring. If it's not gone soon, I'm heading for the acupuncture table.

[kjayala]

This is my first (and hopefully only) post. Hopefully my story will help some or even many of you!  The reason I am writing is to give you all a possible explanation and to hear my very recent story.  About 3 weeks ago, my left foot started vibrating from the inside (just like the cell phone, just like you are all reporting above). The vibrations were cyclic, and varied from 2-3 secs to 5-8 secs, but never let up (even during sleep/night).  I was also very scared about the possibility of MS.  I am a healthy 34-year-old female with a 1.5 year-old son.  I've run marathons in the past and am mildly active (aka, HEALTHY).  So the vibrations were freaking me out.  I am also a university professor, and happen to teach the Neurology course, which my Ph.D. correlative was in (which may or may not have been a blessing!)  *Another nice caveat is that my husband is a physician (internal med and peds).  Neither of us could figure out where the vibrations would be coming from or what was causing them.  At first he said, "nothing to worry about," wait for it to go away [easy for HIM to say, right?!?!!]  After a week of relentless vibration and near-insanity on my part, I started also getting some tingling sensations and pin-prickly feelings on both feet intermittently.  Then I was really worried (vibration only on left foot continued).  I saw a chiropractor, who did deep massage, electrical stim, and ultrasound over ~2 weeks (no help).  I saw two neurologists who worked me up thoroughly (found nothing; both said didn't sound like MS).  THEN --> (here's the climax), I decided to completely overhaul my diet.  I gave up ALL caffeine, gave up all diet and regular pop, basically cut out ANYTHING ARTIFICIAL.  It's amazing how few food choices I was left with.  I wasn't a bad eater to begin with, but literally went back to "cave man" food.  Nothing in wrappers or boxes, and nothing but pure, whole ingredients.  For extra precaution, I also gave up wheat and gluten products (knowing many people are sensitive/allergies to that). Two days later, ALL SYMPTOMS WERE GONE.  "Poof" - just like that. Of course I now need to figure out if it's cause versus correlation, but I had the vibrations solid for 3 whole weeks with no relief before that.  Then two days after giving up any potential food triggers, everything is gone.  I also now need to weed out what the culprits may have been (caffeine? artificial colors/flavors? artificial sweeteners? all of the above??) -- but at least the vibrations are gone.  I'd rather be stuck on this minimal diet than suffer vibrations and worry!!!!!
-- Sorry this is so long, but I really wanted to get my story out there.  I see some of you have had success with other things (acupuncture, etc ...) -- so I encourage all to "explore," if you will.  For me, complete diet change was very tough (I was a diet pop and candy/chip lover) - but it worked, and that's enough to get me to think about what we should and should not put in our bodies :-)  I'll stay posted and please feel free to ask me any questions!! -- Kara

[Vibrator_Man]

I too have been feeling these exact vibrations except they are in my butt hole area. Its rather embarrassing but i have informed my friends about my problem and they laugh at me. Its probably been 3 weeks since the first episode and can happen any time especially when i bend over. I hope that it goes away if I stop gambling (stress) and I'll report in about a week on my symptoms.Very strange feeling. I hate it.

[vibratorking]

my vibrations have disappeared.......I slowed down my exercise and started drinking cofffe again. But my gut feeling tells me it was the stress of the increased weight lifting. When (in the last 2 weeks) I do over exert I may get a vibration but not as coordinated or as strong as before when I was solidly working out. I have also stopped my physio. Its tough to exactly pinpoint the cause....but the bright side like the doctor above said something is causing it and it is preventable.

[vikspiks]

I have noticed a heart rate thing but can't really make a connection to the vibrations.  I did cut back half on my thyroid med and started doing Pilates stretches every morning.  The vibrations have lessened but I can't say that it is really due to either of these things.  I am just puzzled by the whole thing.  At least it is not getting worse.

[JonB692]

Has there been a solution found to this or an answer as to what is the cause and what is actually happening?

Mine started in my chest right by my heart, lasted a week, went away for 1-2 days and then started in my left leg half way between my hip and knee. the first day it was intermittent like 3-5 times a minute at random. It's the second day now and it has become more constant with a pace to it of 2 second intervals. I can't find a way to subside it either and it's extremely annoying.

I am male & 28 with no major health issues. The only issue I deal with is anxiety which I currently only take an extremely low dose of when it's badly needed 1-2X's a month...

Have any of you been to a doctor?

[JonB692]

BTW - I am also a member of the extraterrestrial invisible cell phone on vibrate club.

[HK123]

I just noticed the same thing last night for the first time. The pup was lying by my feet so I thought it was her (humming?) felt like bursts of a cat purr, I thought it was something external till I figured out it was inside my foot, a long 1 second vibration/ buzz sensation that came every 3-4 seconds! Very creepy, I worry that it is heart related like something to do with blood surging irratically.
I searched and found this discussion, thanks for all the posts so I can see it is not just me. Now to get it to stop.
I also have osteo arthritis and bad knees, (cleanup but not yet replaced)wonder about the surgery clipping nerves as I have had a numb area intermittently on upper outer thigh area, sort of a wet/cold/burning sensation like I used to get in front of the knee months after surgery.

[vikspiks]

I thought this was subsiding a bit but it has come back full force.  Like I am standing or sitting or laying on a running generator at all times.  I went to the dentist and thought I would vibrate right out of the chair.  I wondered how he could work with my jaw and head moving so much.  When he was done I said, "Did you think I was shaking from fright'?  He had no idea what I was talking about.  Said he hadn't noticed a thing.  I thought the buzz running up and down my spinal cord would have been noticeable.  Nope.  He said he thought Parkinson's starts that way but this is not a twitch as described by Michael J. Fox.  Sometimes it about drives me nuts; other times is merely annoying.  I have mentioned it to my Dr. who just poo-poo'd the whole discussion.  I know that I must see  a neurologist but God I hate to get started with that.  There has to be some info on the web somewhere.  If you find it, please post it here.

[vikspiks]

Know this sounds wierd but has anyone here used the Pedi-cure Egg or a similar product for removing callus's from the feet?

[wvanname]

About a year ago I was getting a cell phone vibration feeling on my leg behind my front left pocked. A few times when it first started I even went to check the cellphone and realized it was in my jacket pocket. The area was about the size of a quarter. Now the vibrations have subsided but now i have a burning/itching sensation under the skin. When I scratch it feels that the area is slightly numb on the surface of the skin but burning underneath.

Its driving me crazy

[wvanname]

Seems that USA today says its phantom and all in our head.

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2007-06-12-cellphones_N.htm

I don't buy it, my pain is real.
5 am wondering if it could be shingles

[katie276]

hi i have had the vibrations for a while now mainly in my legs but can happen anywhere last week it was all of my pelvis, but i also have quite bad  muscle fasciculations for nearly a year slowly gettin more often. i have had blood test which all came back clear but due to see my  neurologist  tomorrow for elect. tests and hopefully some answers although uptil now bfs is the most likely. i will let everyone know if i find out tomorrow what causes the vibrations.

[marjim]

Two weeks of incessant "CAT PURRING" every 3-4 seconds, on the left ball of me feet. (Sometimes, the right as well)
I eat a totally healthy diet, drink Mona Vie, exercise and am healthy!
Sometimes, I also get a faint vibrating on the sides of my tongue.
There are too many of us who have similar complaints for this to be trivialized.
The closest answer we have is that it's related to some kind of neurological thing. Stretching seems to help. Eliminating all bad food and staying with organic whole foods seems to help as it would anyhow! (I may stop my one cup of coffee a day!)
Stress is ALWAYS a pre-curser to dis-ease (NOT AT EASE!)
These posts have kept me from entering the Cleveland Clinic begging for a team to tell me what we all have!
Keep them coming.

[Dr_S]

After my sister complained of this weird cell phone vibration feeling in her right leg I decided to reserach it a bit and found this forum. From reading most of your comments I can summarisse the following:
It seems nerve realted as it is experienced by people with either a history of nerve damage or increased stress levels.
The symptoms sound like an abnormal neuron "firing" similar to a seizure in the brain (central nervous system) this is a "siezure" in the peripheral nervous system. My guess is that it is as a result of damage resulting from a trauma or from inadeqaute nerve cell nutrients.
As nobody else seems to have any other satisfactory answer, I would suggest that you try the following for 6 weeks.
Avoid the following:
All dairy products (just for 6 weeks you can do it!)
All alcohol
All artificial sweetners!! Very important NO DIET or sugar free anything
Take the following supplements:
Very good Omega 3
Good Vit B Complex (even get the injection if possible) stress formula with Zinc
Take the Kali Phos Tissue SAlt 2 tablets three times daily

Let me know how it goes!

Dr S

[Dr_S]

Hello again

Sorry forgot to mention that the herb St John's Wort or Hypericum perforatum is also excellent for these neurological symptoms. Do not use if you are already taking tricyclic antidepressants.

If you really want to see good results stay away from all stimulants especially caffeine, chocolate and any emphetamine like substance (stay awake or diet pills etc.)

Good luck!

[Scattykat]

For the last four days I have been experiencing vibrations in my left foot. The very first time it happened, I thought it was my partner's mobile phone going off in the bed. Then I thought the vibration was due to heavy traffic passing by the house. However, the vibration is regular, lasting 1-2 seconds every 10 seconds or so.

I am not stressed and my lifestyle has not changed at all recently.

I have my theories but they are based in spiritually and so some people might consider them as eccentric. I feel this is a signal (perhaps emanating from our subtle body or light body) alerting us that something is changing, though what that something is, I have no idea.

It is interesting that neurological examinations have not found anything abnormal and that some doctors want to treat with Amytriptaline - an anti-psychotic and a drug which impedes spiritual progression and the ability to meditate.

[Sherbear21]

My episode just began today so I decided to check on-line to see what it could possibly be.  Mine seem to be in my feet or right foot.  I thought that it was from some machine running that was causing the floor to vibrate but when I ruled that out, I had wondered if there was an earth tremor but I'm not close to a fault-line.  Well, not too close.  

I am on my feet all day so I'm going to assume it is related to stress on the feet but not emotionally.  I drink caffeine all morning long.  Not sure how I can give that up for this problem if that is causing it.  My hand has been causing me problems (carpal tunnel, I think) on the same side but does not vibrate.  My whole arm sometimes bothers me but not vibrations.  I'm wondering though if it may be related or connected to my recent acquired foot vibration problem.  This is so weird!!  I want it to stop.  It's driving me nuts.  Mine also only lasts for a few seconds.  

[vikspiks]

Thank you so much for your posting about the USA Today article.  After some more investigation, I sincerely believe that the information applies to my vibrations.  Getting the information (I hadn't found anywhere else) has given me great comfort.

[penguinfan]

I have noticed the same thing today..Can't remember it happening before today...I do have high bp and NF(tumor disease...use yahoo and enter NF and tumors if you are wondering "what is NF?"..just easier that way:) )

[Wedz69]

Yes, I too have the mysterious vibrations in my left foot.  Kinda wierd.  Thought maybe it was a blood clot or somthing serious.  

[Vibratorator]

I am also experiencing this vibration feeling on the inside of my left foot, between the ankle and the heel.  It must be gone for the moment, I guess, because just a while ago I was playing some air drums to the Motley Crue concert on VH1.  I have had this occurance in the same spot every once in a blue moon for the past few years.  But I have also noticed that when it stops for a bit, a soft, cool feeling starts to take place in the same spot.  Then after a while, it goes a way, too.  

It is good for me to see that I am not the only person who has this kind of weird feeling.  And also, it shows that you don't have to be physically fit to avoid this, which I have read a couple posts up above that claim that they are.

Now, a question for all of the men who have this kind of problem.  (Sorry ladies)  Is there any man out there who has this kind of problem also experiencing a bit of impotence?  Before the vibration started on my foot, I seemed to be fine in my "other" function.  Do you think the testosterone is being detoured down to my foot or something?  I have no idea about this, but anyone who may seem to have this also or know of this, please respond.

[Dr Vinod]

Vibration is purely a nervous problem and not related to hormones. You should visit a neurologist if it bothers you. Sometimes it occurs with local problem by irritation of nerve receptors by some allergens and you feel this vibration. It decreases spontaneosly. If it bothers you and it occurs continuosly then you have to visit a neurologist to come to a diagnosis and treatment. Take care!

[kimp1]

I am sooo glad to read all of this..I panic about everything that feels "wrong" and this one really has me stumped..I'm glad I'm not the only one...I have the same feeling in my groin/thigh area...and now noticed if I slap or push on a certain spot on my thigh it makes the vibrations happen as well..so of course I keep pushing there over and over to see if its gone.  Sad..sick...I don't know what to do as you all said, it doesn't hurt at all but drives you nuts esp when you are trying to go to sleep...I have also been told it is a nerve issue by someone who suffers other nerve related problems....if anyone hears anything else please let me know! I do also notice occasionaly a twinge in my lower back which does seem to support the nerve issue...I feel so much better knowing I'm not alone but I would love to know what might get rid of it!  I also think..the more I think about it the more I notice it of course..which in itself can drive me crazy.  If I am involved with something else it doesn't seem so noticable..argh...

[Yond]

I am also experiencing this vibration feeling but mine is a bit different. I only feel the vibration when I look down and it is only on my left side. it is as if someone has drawn a line down the center of my body and whenever I tilt my head down even slightly the vibration occurs. additionally I have increased numbness and tingling in my left hand and arm.

I had a c5-6 fusion in march i am wondering if something went wrong

[bBUNNBUNN]

Just recently, while on heavy duty antiobiotics for a head, neck muscle &soft tissue infection, I felt the vibrations, like a cell phone humming inside you, and at the same time, I felt I was swelling up all over.  I equated it to an alllergic reaction.  The vibrations and feeling of swelling up keep returning and move all around my body, not just in 1 or 2 areas.   I DID NOTICE THAT WHEN THE VIBRATIONS ARE IN MY CHEST AREA (MY HEART VIBRATES) ALL  MY CARDIAC RESULTS ARE BAD - THE CRP, HOMOSYSTINE LEVEL, CHOLESTROL READING, EKG - ESPECIALLY MY HEART RATE..  These tests were done in he ER, more than once.  I'm concerned that since I have high blood pressure for years and a slow heart rate, these vibrations are from some sort of infection - not cured yet by the antibiotics that I was on.  I'm concerned about the infection settling in my heart now as my heart rate has slowly been decreasing.  I'm not at pacemaker level yet, but, feel I 'm headed fast in that direction. I have good doctors, but they do not know what's going on.  Any suggestions?  Also, since I was on antiobiotics for about 3 months, I now have, and am being treated for a fungal infection which could also be the cause of the vibrations - as it invaded my body as well. My basic health has been excellent (test result wise).  I've been overweight my adult lift and have no major problems.

[OSIAH]

I feel much beter emotionally knowing I'm not alone with this vibration thang.  It started with me A FEW DAYS ago in my left leg and as most I'm sure, I immediately began to think the worst.  I was an avid marijuana user until about a month ago and began to think maybe it was because I had stopped and this was some type of withdrawal symptom.  However, that didn't make much sense cause I had previously stopped for about this length of time once before and never experienced this symptom.  Like most my only wish is that there was an expert ON THIS SITE WHO COULD HELP WITH SOME TYPE OF DIAGNOSIS!

[Dr Vinod]

Cannabis withdrawl has a wide range of problems. So vibration is sure connected with the cannabis withdrawl symptoms you are experiecing. Last time you were lucky.

Adverse effects to drugs also cause vibration.

Problems in the ear/brain also cause vibaration.

But there are some agents which stimulate it and drugs are common things.

[Summerblue22]

Im really scared.All responses to this problem on yahoo answers are demonic spirits.I know it sounds weird but people are saying this about me.Im 20 and ive been having them for maybe 2 years.Mostly from what feels like something coming from my brain now its like i can increase the vibrations which of course i try not to do but its like they have a rhythm is strongest when im not thinking about anything or ESPECIALLY  listening to music.Sometimes when falling asleep it is so strong its like there's a huge speaker under my bed making it vibrate n i dose of feels like im falling through my bed.I thought maybe an effect from global warming?Its not painful @ all,i actually feel almost peaceful when it happens but then i start to worry n i get so anxious i can hear my heart beat in my ear(only makes it worse)I AM VERY SCARED AND I FEEL SO ALONE.it feels like somethings about to happen or like i forget something very important,like very nervous or something like a bomb is about to explode.Feels better to know im not alone so maybe im not crazy.WHY IS NO DOCTOR REPLYING!!!! Maybe they will see if more people keep posting n try n help us.Good luck to everyone your not alone!!
peace love & light

[Dr Vinod]

Your brain is the organ which controls you.
There are many problems associated with it and vibrations may be due to Anxiety, Stress & Pshychological related (Fear related in your case)
Go for a neurologist appointment and forget thinking about ghosts and other things which are of no value and would not cure you.
Start believeing that you have a problem and your treating physician can treat you. Spend time with your family, have proper balanced diet, sleep and lead a stress free life.
Take care!

[farsights]

My leg started vibrating last Sunday.  It comes and goes, but the it has continually bothered me for the last several days.  My vibes are accomanied with a slight headache.  I sometimes wake up feeling a little numb in my face and hands.  My neurologist appointment is on Aug. 10.  I don't know of I can wait that long.

[Yond]

Well we are making progress. Looks as if we are dialing in on the cause of the vibration and we believe it is a metal allergy to the hardware used in my spinal fusion.

Will update when I know more.

[opus88]

I would like to relay my long term experience with this vibrating/pain sensation.
first to SHORT TERM sufferers
this type of sensation can be brought on by any time there is an impingment of a nerve where by weight lifting/improper alinegment when laying down/pressure on a nerve by ANY means. and can be corrected easily by a good mattress, chiropractor,acupunture, heat, massage,physiotherapy etc.

FOR LONG TERM sufferers as myself...at least 12 years now
it gets more complicated..I have seen many doctors, physiotherapists,acupunture,and a multitude of exams and tests and medications....incl MRI and BONE SCANS
I've also had the whole run of 'opinions'
from FIBROMYALGIA(the doctors like that one, when they can find no other cause)
to MS, weight, diet, Arthritis, posture etc....
I have tried all the OTC medications and prescriptions for muscle relaxants,depression meds,sleep meds etc...the only one that has worked somewhat is GABAPENTIN(neurontin) for nerve pain..

This winter I was referred to a PHYSIATRIST..(spelling??)..someone who specializes in skeletal problems and was told this is a NERVE IMPINGEMENT problem and we just have to find out the location of the impingement...thus more scans and tests.
It was discovered I have DDD (degenerative disk disease) and various nerves are pinched in my spine....that will send PAIN, NUMBNESS, TINGLING, VIBRATIONS, ACHING, LOSS OF SENSATIONS etc. down the hips and legs and feet.
he put me on a higher dose of GABAPENTIN also OXYCONTIN(which only helps the back pain) NOT the leg pain.
He also recommended SPINAL NERVE INJECTIONS at the facet joint...this would take multiple injections to pinpoint the exact location, but than would be successful in killing the nerve sensation to the brain....so far I haven't gone ahead with this for reasons of side effects and ability to make many trips to this city.
this pain/vibrating/burning feeling is called NEUROPATHY

More information can be found at
www.spine-health.com

hope this helps clear up some of your questions?

[Harriday]

Medications can cause the body vibrations, especially benzodiazepines.  Once you're off them you need to get a detox done, either sauna or other, to get the stuff out of your body. The drug deposits in the fatty tissues.  

[Dr Rajgopal]

Hi,
There is a syndrome called Phantom vibration . It makes one feel vibrations without any cause . It is mostly psychological .The other  causes of vibration in the leg could be Syringomyelia and Anterior spinal artery syndrome . It could be due to nerve irritation and muscle disorder as well . Please get an EMG and nerve conduction study done to  know the cause . Please consult a neurologist for the same . Hope this helps you . Take care and regards !

[farsights]

I started taking a multi-vitamin and B-12 and the vibrations in my leg went away.  I also vow to never use "vibrate" on my cell phone again.  I now get a little numbness in my hands when I sleep on my side.  I felt like my body was shaking early this morning (mainly in my legs).  I got up, walked around for a couple of minutes, then got back in bed.  After that  the vibration feeling went away.  

[4Peas]

The only problem for me with the USA Today article is that my phone is never set on vibrate and it stays in my purse. Has anyone experiencing this taken an antibiotic within 6 months of this starting. If so, what did you take? I took Levaquin and discovered that it can cause neerve damage, etc.

[TooManyHats]

Today...the 62nd day into a new and very stressfull job started having the cell phone vibration in my left upper leg. I would also reach down to grab my cell phone because it was the exact same feeling.
For the last year I have had little or no sleep and bad neck pain.

I am 47...have a 7 year old and am also taking care of my elderly dad ...I am thinking the stress factor and pinched nerve has a lot to do with this annoying vibration that just gives me one more thing to worry about.

[Dr Rajgopal]

Hi,
This could be Phantom cell phone vibration syndrome  .It is the phenomenon of experiencing a sensation of vibration in the pocket-region, leading one to believe their cell phone is vibrating. The sensation can be triggered by other vibrations, such as the engine in a car, but can also appear when no external stimuli is present. It could also be due to Anterior spinal artery syndrome , syringomyelia or Benign fasciculation syndrome . . Please consult a neurologist for the diagnosis and treatment options . Hope this helps you . Take care and regards !

[tuttle]

as from 7 days ago i have had the leg vibration, like a cell phone etc. it is on the outside of my thigh, in the middle and is about 1 inch in diameter.
no real pattern.

[srividhyah]

I just got some vibrations in my right knee from yesterday morning but it continues . It does not hurt at all . Can you please let me know what causes this and how we can cure this . Thanks in advance
sri

[SteveJ1979]

I just got back from an extremely difficult backpacking trip. My friend and I did an experiment with being lost. We went on an overnight trip with no food, no shelter, and lots of elevation gain and loss. I maybe slept 30 mins that night, and was already physically exhausted. The next day, in the middle of getting back out, I had, and still have, the exact vibration you all have spoke of in my right quad. After reading all these blogs, I'm 100% certain it is a muscle stress and fatigue issue. With proper stretching and rest it should go away. It atleast for those of us with no underlying issues preexisting. If it doesn't I will repost. Take care all.

[sbfullerton]

I am so happy that I am not crazy! Thank God for the internet!! On a whim, I decided to search the net with Keywords " my hip buzzs like a cellphone ringing" and I found this forum.

I can add that I am out of shape and I noticed this Buzzing in my right hip just after I started to work out again. I also notice that if I sit and relax it goes away. I feel it under exzertion and stress. Maybe that has something to do with it.

[LS0841]

I really need your help. I also have had vibrations in my left leg. My dad also had the vibrations about a year ago. My close friend just told me the other day she is having vibrations in her left leg. I don't know whats going on, BUT I'M REALLY SCARED. I have been sick for about 5 years. I feel as my head is not right, I'm dizzy, my eyesight is going down the drain, I feel as if I'm in a daze and it won't go away. I'm very tired and it won't go away. My WBC is high its 14.4, it has been high for about 4 years or so maybe longer. My neutrophils is high also it is 9792. I think I have Encephalitis, But my doctor doesn't think so. I went and had an MRI two weeks ago. I'm going to the doc tomw, also I have an appt. with neurologist on the 20th of this month. I have herpes, I have had herpes since 1997. I hardly ever have outbreaks and when I do I only have one in the  same spot. I have them on my foot also, I took ACYCLOVIR last week for a week and they went away on my foot, they are now drying up. I AM REALLY SICK AND I HOPE SOMEONE CAN HELP ME. I CRY ALL THE TIME. I WANT TO BE NORMAL AGAIN! MY DOC DOESN'T KNOW WHAT HE IS DOING, AND I FEEL IF I DON'T GET HELP SOON I WILL DIE. I THINK I AM GETTING PEOPLE AROUND ME SICK INCLUDING MY THREE CHILDREN. MY DAD IS ALWAYS FEELING ILL, HE IS IN AND OUT OF THE ER AND DOCTOR. THEY DON'T TELL HIM ANYTHING. THEY BLAME IT ON HE OVER WORKS HIS MUSCLE FOR THE PAIN AND VIBRATIONS HE FEELS, AND THE DIABETES FOR HIM FEELING SICK. IT'S ALL BS. I hope someone can give me some feed back, I would be grateful. Thank you for reading, LS0841

[opus88]

hi...I don't know whats going on for sure in your case but I hope soon find the help u need. An MRI and seeing a neurologist is pointing u in the right direction.
As for your dad, u mentioned he was diabetic...I'm no expert here but that 'buzzing and pain' in his legs is common with diabetics its referred to as DIABETIC NEUROPATHY.
you both can do more research on this over the forum in NEUROLOGY.
good luck with your appt.

[darkazureeyes]

I'm curious about something here. My husband started having this vibrating sensation this past Thursday- much like you guys have described and now I have a question.

How many of you guys are on cholesterol lowering medications?

Connie

[CEW1000]

I'm a 56 yr old female in relatively good health.   I attribute the "buzzing" in my left foot to hypothyroidism.  I was getting it frequently before I discovered my thyroid problem.  Once I was on thyroid meds, it went away for a year.  My meds were recently lowered and the "buzzing" is back.  (Although..... the lower meds cause me to be extremely tired...that in itself could be the reason for the vibration.)

[Cheryl999]

Hi all,
I am a 23-yr-old female who drinks a lot of coke. I was having a nap during class and was woken by the buzzing in my left ankle. i initially thought i placed my phone there, being in a dreamy state. Also, i must add that i was napping in a position whereby my tail bone hurt after an hour.
Does anyone think that could be the cause of it? (nerves)
i don't understand how diet and choice of food will remove this buzzing as it is evident that the buzzing happens primarily on the left side of the body.
unless you're telling me the good stuff goes to the right side of the body and the bad to the left?

Cheryl
Thank you.

[LorraineDora]

I have the vibrations in my right knee. I am sure there are different reasons for this, but I wanted to tell everyone that supposedly this is one of the weird symptoms of Lyme disease, for which I have recently been diagnosed. Lyme is a complex disease and not all doctors are tuned into all the various ways Lyme affects the body. In addition to the vibrations, I occasionally have muscle twitches and sometimes feelings of my body being electrified in certain spots. So, for some of you, you may want to consider Lyme disease or at least look up some of the symptoms

[witchescastle]

Hi all.

I'm new to this forum and want to share my experience as well. In early June (about 3 months ago), I started to feel like my feet were vibrating and sometimes even my abdomen. Around the time, I had gone off Xanax (it was NOT cold turkey -- I had been weaning off since last fall). My mother is a nurse (psychiatric) and told me it was very normal with Xanax withdrawal. But because I have panic attacks, anxiety disorder, and Agoraphobia, I was still worried about these vibrations -- similar feeling as you all, like a cell phone on vibrate or a cat purring on my feet. I had bloodwork done, and found out I was very low on vitamin D. Otherwise, everything was normal, and because I never go for bloodwork, my doc did a lot of tests. Anyhow, I was hopeful that it was just a vitamin deficiency (my psychiatrist also has me taking magnesium supplement), but it just keeps happening. I've been searching online forums for weeks, and read through literally hundreds of posts. People are having the same issues, but no one is finding anything, even people who have had numerous tests done. Just some medical history on me: Anxiety (15 yrs) panic attacks (15 yrs) Agoraphobia (5 yrs). Slightly overweight and big-busted (DDD), and not super active. I'm a vegetarian though, and eat pretty healthy despite that I'm overweight (not obese). The vibrations seems to be in my feet mostly, and worsen with anxiety/panic attacks. Sometimes I can even feel them in my leg, back, or left hand (around pointer finger). I do have a cell phone, but don't use it too much, mostly for texting. I'm a real happy, upbeat person usually but this whole vibrating issue is giving me depression. I've never, ever had depression. Sometimes I just lie in bed, vibrating and crying and praying. Does anyone else experience it worse during sleep? Like, during the day, it's just my feet when I'm not doing anything. When I'm moving, it's okay. But when I have a vivid dream (which is common for me), I wake up like my whole body is vibrating for a few seconds until I do some deep breathing or switch positions. Getting out of bed makes it go away. I'm scared. Please help if you can. I refuse to go through the torture of test after test for this. I'm so frightened of doctors, I can't even tell you. Please help if you can.

[jaygirl24]

I also thought a cell phone was vibating near my foot. my right foot.  i assumed it was nerve related b/c of the vibrating sensation.  i contributed it to a 4wheeler accident i had one day before the vibration started.  i wasnt hurt(to my knowledge) but now i wonder if it has something to do w/ the accident. maybe i tensed up and pulled a muscle(unknowlingly).  i dont know, but it is very weird.  

the other thing i maybe contributed it to is stress. the same wkend as the accident, i was very stressed and aggrevated by several different things.  i experienced alot more anxeity than i normally do.  my mom told me that in the past when she has had anxiety attacks she will tingle/vibrate.  so who knows?? !!

i plan to see a dr. if it doesnt stop sometime soon.  i just feel that if it were something serious there would be alot more info on the web.  glad to know we're  not crazy though.  or are we??? lol

[vonwebster]

Hi all

Another member of the vibrating leg club here.

Mine started on Tuesday morning when I was at an ATM in my right outer thigh, I thought it was my phone but I then realised I had no phone in my pocket. The vibrations were sporadic and would appear in anywhere from 5 second to 4-5 minutes bursts.

Then yesterday they started appearing in what seemed to be a pattern of a single burst every 5 - 10 minutes, each burst lasting only a few seconds. Like you folks it is not painful or debilitating, just slightly irritating. I thought perhaps it was too much caffeine as I've been drinking 4 -5 coffees a day recently, so I stopped altogether. After a day of nasty withdrawal symptoms (caffeine headaches etc.) my vibrations randomly came to a stop in the evening - I'm not even sure when it happened, I just noticed that I hadn't had vibrations for a while.

The next morning I also had no vibrations so I went to work as usual and avoided coffee. In order to replace the coffee I figured I would drink tea instead, so around 9:45 I had a cup of tea which stewed a bit too long really, About 40 minutes later the vibrations in my thigh suddenly kicked in again. I'm wondering if there is a possible connection.

I guess I'll avoid all caffiene related products for a couple of days and check the results. I don't think it is anything too serious, having checked around a number of forums of people with the same problem, no one seems to have come back with a diagnosis of MS after MRI's. I myself had a PET/CT scan on a different matter about 9 months ago and there were no abnormalities detected so I think it's more related to diet, stress or a trapped nerve in the locality or something along those lines.

[vonwebster]

Follow up on my post yesterday.

Well my leg hasn't vibrated in about 24 hours now. It stopped roughly 3 hours after I drank the cup of tea, enough time for caffeine to pass through my system. However, to confuse matters slightly the vibrations disappeared after doing some stretch excercises.

I sat with my back to the wall and legs outstretched, kept my left leg firmly on the floor and folded my right leg over the top. I held the position for a minute or so (it's not uncomfortable, just a basic sitting position) and my leg vibrations ceased.

So which is it? I'm not sure really. It could be completely unrelated to either. I wouldn't like to say that they've disappeared completely just yet. I guess I should drink some coffee to find out perhaps, but after going cold turkey for a day or so I don't much feel like it.

[teacher528]

I have the same symptoms primarily dealing with the vibrations (subtle inner feeling..a bit of timgling andpins and needles with a more vibrating feeling during the night).

High stress level for approx four months now..new house, new job, my children have begun pre-school and kindergaten all within a one months span. I have been on my feet, bending (for packing and unpacking), teaching, and taking care of a 3 and 5 year old.  Someone pressed the fast-forward button on my life and there is no pause button!!!
The vibrations are concerning me highly! I do have major back issues..psyatic nerve that has been acting up again. Sleep is always interrupted and REM is infrequent for a straight 6-7 hours.

It sounds like i have many of the other causes as others...no sleep...high stress...back pain.  I actually have a prescription for :Deep therapeutic massage therapy" from my doctor that I have yet to make an appointment with.  I think I should give it a try and maybe the stress on my body will be eleviated and thus help with the sleep issue.

PLEASE keep us updated if you should have a doctor's input.

[jergens7]

I am a 28 y/o active female with recent onset of pins and needles and occasional numbness in fingers and toes(all have been affected at some point). The vibration in my left foot just started; I am VERY concerned about MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS and know just enough to scare myself as a I am in the medical field; I have a neurologist appt in 2 weeks and will share her thoughts (after I get my MRI brain and nerve conduction studies done); Seems like most people on here are stressed, me too

[vibrationissues]

I'm part of the vibration club too.  Started in mid August....gradually worse and worse.  Went to neurologist who basically told me to forget it.  Lovely.  Then had the bacteria for Lyme Disease and am on antibiotics for this -- also through the 3 week antibiotics, but today much worse....my whole body is vibrating instead of just my left foot.  No pain.  Tried changing shoes, wearing flats, etc.  Think it may be made worse by having wine, but I will try elminating coffee tomorrow (but I only drink about a cup a day).  Added B12, B1, alpha lupeic acid, and D supplements to vitamin regimen.  B-12 tests were "normal"...but my siblings have had this too and have had B12 shots (their levels were "low" -- very annoying, especially as I don't know the next step in the progress of this.  Certainly comforting to know I'm not alone.  And blaming it on cel phones is silly...just a way for us to explain what it feels like to those who don't understand.

[vibrationissues]

Thanks....I'm meeting with my PDP early this week and will raise the new antibiotic regimens with him....What was the antibiotic transitions you went through?  And...I hope you are better now....thanks for taking the time to share your situation -- I also have gone on and ordered some books about the disease and current thinking.  I suspect the antibiotic I'm on helped for a while but needs to be rotated.

[vibrationissues]

Thank you...I've printed out all, and will go over with my doc tomorrow hopefully.  And ordered some books too....really want to be agressive here.  I hope that everyone else on this post list has gone for lyme disease testing!

[Gretsky99]

I've been having this issue for approx 2 weeks.  I began experiencing the problem on my right leg above the knee while driving in which as you all described it feet like my phone was ringing.   The only change with me is i've started treatment for a herniation and Bulging at L5 and L4.   Using Spinal Decompression on the DRX9000.    Started this about 4 weeks ago, i'm a little bit under 3/4 of the way done.  
I asked the doctor and he said that it could be your body reacting to the the decompressin and reajusting.  I'm gonna keep my eye on it and see if it goes a way as he suggested.   My the problem only occurs usually when I tap my leg or have my legs crossed and shake it. IT seem like there is some residual shaking (vibration) after immediatly stopping.   Its not painful, but just annoying.  I'm gonna check back on this board with any update going forward.

[johnnylight]

Yes, one day Lyme Disease will be the first thing they test for not the Last thing and hopefully they will catch up to what's really going on with this Disease. There is over a 100 different strains of Lyme now and standard western blot tests are inaccurate and wrong. PCR and peptide c6 are the new test's that are much more sensitive to Lyme Borrelia.

[FrogDA]

I've been feeling the cell phone for about a year now. It is infrequent enough that I never bothered to Google it until now. It can be in my groin, hip abdomen or thigh. I'm posting mostly to add to the database of related symptoms. I'm 42 and in pretty good shape. My bp is normal to low. My diet is good - mostly organic veggies, very little meat or caffiene, not much dairy. Lots of wheat and gluten although I've been cutting back on that lately. My cholesterol level just started to get high enough to alert my GP. It's not significant enough to put me on meds. I had my bloodwork done recently and thyroid problems were ruled out. The one thing that stands out is that I generally sleep 5 hours or less a night. 6 hours is a good nights sleep for me. Stress and fatigue resonate as the best guess at what causes the vibrations. But it's a delayed response. The vibrations come when I'm sitting at work (a computer desk), or standing in line at a checkout counter, or just about anywhere. I haven't noticed it when I am being active but perhaps I just ignore it then. I may try Dr S advice and take Vit B stress tabs, but I don't experience the vibrations often enough that I want to do his whole elimination routine. I wouldn't be able to tell what is helping. But reduction of stress helps everything.

[witchescastle]

I'm not sure if I've posted on this forum yet, but if I didn't, I wanted to share my story as well. I've been having these vibrations or buzzing feelings since early June of this year. It's mostly in my feet, but I have felt it in my abdomen and legs, even my back. Sometimes I'll even wake up in the middle of the night feeling like my whole body is vibrating, like someone is shaking the bed, though my body is not visually shaking. Anyhow, I had bloodwork done, and everything came out fine, then I went to my doctor and she did some neurological tests on me. She said I have no signs of neurological problems. She said she cannot say for sure because she's not a neurologist, but she would guess this is anxiety related. I've had panic attacks and anxiety for years, so that was her best guess. She said I can go to a neuro if I want, so I'm wondering if I should do that or just hope it's anxiety-related. I don't think it's Lyme's in my case, because I have Agoraphobia and rarely leave the house. I did, however, have high blood pressure on my doctor's visit. That was the only thing the doctor could find wrong. She's not sure if the high blood pressure if from the panic attacks when I go to the doctor or if I really do have high blood pressure, so I have to go next week to get this 24-hour test. Anyhow, that's my story. I'm a 36-year-old female, vegetarian, slightly overweight, but otherwise healthy except for the anxiety disorder. I hope this helps. We're all not alone with this weird problem (when I told the nurse I had vibrations in my feet and body she looked at me like I just told her I was abducted by aliens).

[johnnylight]

That's what Lyme Disease does it causes weird symptoms and Docs look at you like you are nuts. Get a good Lyme test by a Lyme Literate and you will find your answer for sure.

[FrogDA]

You know, I've been thinking.... I didn't get these cell phone vibrations until after I finally gave in and got a cell phone. I needed one for work so I got one in January 2008. I certainly had a lot of stress and lack of sleep before that, but never this symptom. I wonder if it's kind of a Pavlov's response. You know, when your cell phone rings, there is this instinctive reaction to tense up. It's only momentary. But it's a direct association. So what if our bodies have been trained to associate that buzzing with tension. Now when we experience tension, the body creates the buzz to go with it. If that's the case though, wouldn't we be able to recreate it - vibrate on demand just by tensing up? Just a thought.

[feelingbetter161]

I have discovered that when I consume splenda I get the leg vibrations all the time. Sounds crazy, but I literally thought I was going out of my mind or had a brain tumor or something until I discovered this connection. If you use splenda, cut it out for a time and report back. I have had the buzzing in my left leg now for a few days and I just discovered that one of my new favorite drinks has splenda and I did not know it. It is in a lot of stuff that is not even labeled as "diet". It is also called Sucralose. I am very curious to find out if any of you get relief from abstaining from ALL splenda / sucralose.