Video
This short video shows L3 dermatome in the context of “Neuralgias in the legs.” The L4 nerve root affects the front of the lower leg, inner ankle and the inside of the foot. When pressed, there may be tingling in the "shin" and difficulty in lifting the foot up. It also shows the areas where pain, burning or tingling may travel when a nerve structure is irritated or sensitive to movement.
The L4 nerve root affects the front of the lower leg, inner ankle and the inside of the foot. When pressed, there may be tingling in the "shin" and difficulty in lifting the foot up. The clip places this within “Neuralgias in the legs” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.
Nerve-related symptoms are not always felt where the irritation begins. The visual shows a possible symptom pathway, while movement, strength and sensitivity still need to be assessed in the individual person.
This is an educational visual linked to “Neuralgias in the legs.” If symptoms keep returning, restrict movement, or their source is unclear, a functional assessment is a more useful next step than guessing.