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[|Human|] I have numbness in my left foot (ball of my foot). I also have lower back pain and pain in my left hip. I have a slightly herniated L4L5. I ve done physical therapy and a lumbar and Si injection. Nothing has worked. The doctors seem to think my SI joint is the main problem. Could it cause the foot numbness? Or am I dealing with 2 problems now.
[|AI|]  His read your query and understand your concerns am sorry for the symptoms you are suffering It seems your symptoms are provoked by the herniation, so I don't think you are facing two different problems In my opinion you should schedule a lumbar MR which will confirm the gravity of herniation Then you may discuss other treatment possibilities You can forward examinations to me and I will be glad to advice you Please feel free to ask further questions or discuss doubtsMeantime you should wear a lumbar fortress and continue pain killers Hope I have been of heptane you for trusting ChatDoctorBest regards