Leg pain that starts in the ankle, moves up the leg, then moves to the other side and goes down it?

Hi there! I am experiencing the same thing the last week. It started in my ankle on the front part center to my leg. I would walk and it would hurt almost like I sprained it. Then it moved down to the top of my foot, up my calf and then even at times has gone as high as my thigh. I havent been working out much so I thought I would give it a shot last night to see if it helped at all. The top of my foot was in pain the entire workout and after. So bizarre what is going on. I hope someone out there has some idea as to what is going on. I feel your pain! (literally)
April

mine is similar yet different. the pain is real and it starts with my left foot. localized in the ankle area on the front of the foot and it tends to move around the foot. the other foot is starting to fell the same way. the pain on the right side is moving up to my hip. i also have pain on my right side just below chest, especially when i get up from sitting...

I do not see any indication that you have consulted a Physician. If you have a Primary Care Physician (PCP) and you have reported to the symptoms I would be surprised that he/she has not referred you to a specialist (Neurologist). I was diagnosed with Polyneuropathy after ruling out a pinched nerve in the lumbar spine by MRI and lab test that ruled out diabetic Neuropathy. I had a nerve conduction study done that indicated extensive nerve damage in the lower extremities. It begins with a burning pain akin to frost bite in the feet and moves upward in the legs so bad that I cannot walk.
This may not be your problem so I urge you to consult your MD. If this is neuropathy it will get worse over time. I wish you well.

If you knee is also involved it could be your entire problems. My left knee cap is off center. I saw a orthopaedic for it causing leg pain. PT (physical therapy) helped a lot, but now I am old enough to need a whole new knee. Good luck. I suggest maybe you see an orthopaedic about it... Mary

A few questions: is the pain severe? If so, is it debilitating during these spells? What kind of pain is it (hot- or sharp- feeling, intense aching, or cramping)? Do you notice triggers, like heat or cold... exercise... during or after activity, etc VS it striking you randomly? Is the pain in your muscles, joints, nerves (esp surface), or seemingly bone-deep? And what have you tried to alleviate it? Sorry, I know that's a lot of asking on my behalf when I'm supposed to be answering.