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I have pin prick feelings on top of the 2 toes next to the big toe when sitting down. i have a disc protrusion at l1/s5 is that related?

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Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

It may be if the : Disc herniation is at l4-5 usually with sitting exerting 4x your body weight across the lower discs of your back.

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Christopher Khorsandi answered

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Yes: This is likely to be related to your back issues.

Dr Neyman agreed

Answered 12/21/2012

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A member asked:

I have pin prick feelings on top of the 2 toes next to the big toe when sitting down. i have a disc protrusion at l1/s5 is that related?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

Dr. Christopher Khorsandi answered

Dr Neyman agreed

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