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I have a tight numb feeling right toe and pins and needles in my big toe and a little bit in my left foot right when i get up and walk a few steps.

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Consider: Nerve impingement in the lower back as the cause.

Answered 5/26/2017

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A member asked:

I have a tight numb feeling right toe and pins and needles in my big toe and a little bit in my left foot right when i get up and walk a few steps.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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