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I have foot pain in sole of foot, feels like cramp. could this be because of disc bulge at l5 / s1?
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Probaby not: The L5 nerve root inervates primarily the top of the foot. While the s1 nerve root does inervate the bottom of the foot, neuropathic pain usually doesn't present with cramping. It sounds like you have plantar fasciitis. An inflammation of the arch of the foot, treated with nsaids like motrin.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Radiculopathy: Certain nerve root compression may cause foot symptoms. See a chiropractor or spine expert for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 12/9/2012
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