Is it a slipped disc? Pinched nerve? Sciatica? Leg Pain May Stem from pinched nerve in the low back
Last updated Wednesday, March 05, 2008
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Causes and effectsCauses Irritation
of the nerve root in any of the five lumbar-vertebrae nerves or the sacral
nerves could lead to radiculitis. The nerve irritation is typically caused by
herniated or prolapsed disc, by arthritis of the facet joints in that region of
the spine, or by narrowing of the lumbar spine, called stenosis.Effects Symptoms of
radiculitis (inflammation of a nerve root in the lower spine, causing pain,
tingling, numbness or a burning sensation in the back and legs) vary between
patients, depending on which of six lumbo-sacral nerve roots is irritated. Some
patients can experience numbness in the big toe and foot, and others will
experience pain at or above the hip, the buttocks, and elsewhere. Pain can be
stinging and sharp, or dull. Patients can find it difficult to be comfortable
while lying down.
Ignoring symptoms can lead to a change in their
frequency, intensity or character.Surgery for Lumbar Radiculitis at the University of Washington, Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Seattle, Washington If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure in Seattle, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4288 to make an appointment. Our clinical center is located in Seattle Washington, USA
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