Leg crossing, excessive

Definition:

Crossing the legs with unusual frequency.

Considerations:

It sometimes relates to extremity discomfort in certain positions. Social graces (such as for wearing dresses) may play a role.

Common causes:

There are no common cause for habitual leg crossing. Psychological and emotional factors are sometimes the cause of habitual leg crossing.

There can be other causes of excessive leg crossing. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for this symptom occurring alone or in combination with other problems.