A member asked:

I have a facet joint fracture l2 and l5 in my back since last june. now i am having tingling and tightness down my legs. can that be from facet injury?

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Dr. Jason Berkley answered

It is possible: It can if the vertebra have become shifted or are unstable and are compressing a nerve. Has a surgeon suggested having it fixed? Make sure you contact your spine specialist tomorrow. If the symptoms are acute and have just come on, you may want to go to the ER.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 7/15/2014

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It can: Could be arthritis starting because of the facet joint fracture, especially as it heals. Or it could be a herniated disc. See a Spine Specialist to determine what it is and how to best help you.

Answered 7/15/2014

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A member asked:

I have a facet joint fracture l2 and l5 in my back since last june. now i am having tingling and tightness down my legs. can that be from facet injury?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jason Berkley answered

Dr Khan agreed

Dr. Qamar Khan answered

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