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A member asked:
Can tingling numbness in toes be caused by spine fracture?
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Possible: It would depend on what level that the spine was fractured. If the fractue ia in the lower spine it is possible. A MRI would help to diagnose your problem.
Answered 9/24/2016
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Possible: It would depend at what level of the spine the fracture occurred, what damage it caused, how was it repaired.
Answered 7/9/2012
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Definately: The nerves that supply the sensation to the toes come from the spine much like an electrical circuit.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes: It could result if the fracture resulted in a compression or inflammation of a nerve root, mainly at the l4-5 or l5-s1 level. This could happen if a fracture of a facet occurred or if the pars is fractured and a spondylisthesis results. Even a displace L5 transverse process could result in these symptoms. You should see your pcp for referral to a spinal surgeon.
Answered 2/26/2017
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