Video · 6 sec.

L4 dermatome

L5 innervates the side of the thigh and lower leg, as well as the top of the foot and big toe.

  • Duration: 6 sec.
  • English
  • Educational visual

What can you see in the clip?

L5 innervates the side of the thigh and lower leg, as well as the top of the foot and big toe. In case of irritation, numbness or weakness is felt thumb 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.