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The left side/bottom of my right foot gets a strange shock sensation when i walk then goes to pins and needles when not moving no noticeable swelling ?

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Nerve compression: The type of pain you are describing is consistent with nerve compression. This can occur in the lower back from a disc pushing on the nerve root or further down the nerve as well.

Answered 8/8/2014

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Dr. Bradford Landry answered

Specializes in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

Get an EMG: Evaluation by a neurologist or PM&R physician would be helpful. An EMG may be needed to determine precisely where your sensations are likely coming from. *An EMG is a neurophysiologic test that uses electrodes, small electrical shocks and very fine needles to assess the function of nerves.

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