Since you use your legs in your profession, you might be experiencing pain due to microfractures. Very small fractures in the bones might have developed in the bone, due to the continuous putting pressure. This might also reduce the bone mass (bone tissue) and cause real fracture. You might want to visit an orthopedist or specialist in physical therapy to consult with. According to the damage they might found, they would recommend the duration of the rest.
You might also check for inadequate circulation in the legs, since you are on your feet using the legs more then other men. Consequently the blood does not flow like it should and the swelling of the surrounding tissue, which is not visible, might be causing pain.
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