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Injury of the big toe, pinched nerve?
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Injury: A toe injury could cause a pinched nerve. I also have other problems too, like a contusion or fracture or dislocation.
Answered 11/10/2015
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Possibly: Irritation to the L5 nerve root can cause radiating pain to the big toe. However, trauma to the toe sounds like it is more likely in your case.
Answered 1/20/2019
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No: A direct injury to the big toe is unrelated to a pinched nerve. A pinched nerve generally refers to either a pinched spinal nerve or a pinched peripheral nerve which results in numbness and/or tingling and/or weakness.
Answered 7/26/2016
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Both possible: It depends on the mechanism of injury. If it affecting your movement, see your doctor for diagnosis and management.
Answered 6/10/2015
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