WHY IS MY FOOT NUMB? – SAN DIEGO, CA
Understanding What May Be Causing Foot Numbness, Tingling, Burning, Or Altered Sensation
Few symptoms get a person's attention faster than numbness.
Many patients tell Dr. Cassidy Boelk:
"My foot feels numb."
"My toes feel asleep all the time."
"I keep getting tingling in my foot."
"It feels like I'm walking on cotton."
"My foot burns when I sit."
For some patients, the symptoms come and go.
For others, the numbness becomes constant.
One of the most common questions patients ask is:
"Why is my foot numb?"
The answer depends on what's causing the nerve irritation.
And surprisingly, the problem is often not actually located in the foot.
"THE SCIATICA IS GONE AND I'M ALMOST BACK TO NORMAL"
“I have had a wonderful experience with Dr. Boelk and his staff at the Spinal Decompression and Chiropractic Center of San Diego. They have a great protocol and the best decompression machines. I’ve been to other places with sub par machines and didn’t get any benefit. Dr. Boelk is very attentive and cares about each person, you can see it in how he interacts with everyone. Been undergoing treatment for about 12 sessions now and the sciatica is gone and I’m almost back to normal, didn’t think it would ever heal but even after the first session I had tremendous relief and could sleep mostly pain free for the first time in months. Definitely worth the investment! Thank you!”
— Michael Langsdale, San Diego, CA
FOOT NUMBNESS DOESN'T ALWAYS START IN THE FOOT
Many patients are surprised to learn that foot numbness is often caused by irritation of a nerve in the lower back.
Common causes Dr. Boelk sees include:
✔ Herniated Discs
✔ Disc Bulges
✔ Disc Extrusions
✔ Sciatica
✔ Foraminal Stenosis
✔ Degenerative Disc Disease
✔ Spinal Stenosis
When a nerve becomes irritated in the lower back, symptoms may travel down the leg and into the foot.
This is why many patients experience:
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Foot Numbness
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Tingling In The Toes
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Burning Foot Pain
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Pins And Needles
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Altered Sensation
Even though the source of the problem may actually be in the spine.
WONDERING IF YOU MAY BE A CANDIDATE?
If you've been suffering from:
✔ Foot Numbness
✔ Tingling Toes
✔ Burning Foot Pain
✔ Sciatica
✔ Pain Shooting Down The Leg
✔ A Herniated Disc
✔ A Bulging Disc
✔ Spinal Stenosis
The next step is determining what may actually be causing your symptoms.
Schedule A No-Charge Consultation With Dr. Cassidy Boelk
During your consultation, Dr. Boelk will personally:
✔ Listen To Your History And Symptoms
✔ Review Your MRI (If Available)
✔ Explain What He Believes May Be Causing Your Foot Symptoms
✔ Determine Whether You May Be A Candidate For Treatment
✔ Discuss Potential Treatment Options
✔ Answer Your Questions
✔ Tell You Honestly If He Does Not Believe He Can Help
Many patients tell us the consultation helped them finally understand why they were experiencing numbness and what options may be available moving forward.
There is no obligation and no pressure.
The purpose is simply to determine whether Dr. Boelk believes he can genuinely help.
Because Dr. Boelk personally performs consultations and MRI reviews himself, only a limited number of new patient consultation appointments are available each week.
📞 Call 619-298-0800
🌐 Visit www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
WHICH NERVE MAY BE RESPONSIBLE?
Different nerves affect different parts of the leg and foot.
For example:
L5 Nerve Irritation
May contribute to symptoms involving:
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Top Of The Foot
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Big Toe
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Outside Of The Leg
S1 Nerve Irritation
May contribute to symptoms involving:
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Outside Of The Foot
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Heel
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Bottom Of The Foot
This is one reason a proper evaluation matters.
The location of numbness can often provide important clues.
WHY DOES MY FOOT FEEL NUMB WHEN I SIT?
Many patients report:
"The numbness gets worse when I sit."
This is particularly common among patients suffering from:
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Herniated Discs
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Disc Bulges
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Sciatica
For some individuals, sitting may place additional stress on already irritated structures.
As a result:
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Tingling Increases
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Burning Increases
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Numbness Increases
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Leg Pain Increases
This is why many patients report they feel better walking than sitting.
WHY DOES THE NUMBNESS KEEP COMING BACK?
One reason symptoms persist is because the underlying irritation may still be present.
Patients often tell Dr. Boelk:
"The medication helped."
"The injection helped."
"Physical therapy helped."
Yet the symptoms eventually returned.
When the underlying cause remains unchanged, symptoms may continue to recur.
7 THINGS DR. BOELK WOULD DO IF HIS FOOT WAS NUMB
1. Pay Attention To When Symptoms Occur
Sitting?
Driving?
Walking?
Standing?
Patterns matter.
2. Avoid Prolonged Sitting
Many patients notice sitting worsens symptoms.
3. Walk Frequently
Movement is often better tolerated than prolonged sitting.
4. Stay Hydrated
Healthy discs rely heavily on water content.
5. Avoid Repeated Bending And Twisting
These movements may aggravate some disc injuries.
6. Don't Ignore Progressive Symptoms
Increasing numbness or weakness should be evaluated.
7. Get The Correct Diagnosis
Foot numbness may originate from the foot, ankle, knee, hip, nerve, or spine.
A proper diagnosis matters.
WHY DISC INJURIES CAN BECOME CHRONIC
One challenge with spinal discs is their limited blood supply.
Unlike muscles and many other tissues, discs rely heavily on:
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Fluid Exchange
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Nutrient Diffusion
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Oxygen Diffusion
Think of a sponge.
When a sponge remains compressed, it becomes difficult for nutrients and water to move through it.
Many spine specialists believe a similar process may occur within injured spinal discs.
This may help explain why some patients continue experiencing symptoms long after the original injury occurred.
"IT MADE ME WANT TO CRY IT HURT SO BAD"
**“I have been dealing with back pain for several years. It got so bad that I had surgery 5 years ago for a bulging disc. About 5 months ago the disc bulged again hitting my sciatic nerve creating pain in my legs that made me want to cry it hurt so bad. After trying so many other options I was fortunate enough to find the spinal decompression and chiropractic center of San Diego. After just a few sessions I noticed a difference. Now after being there for the past few months I'm able to go about my normal life again.
What a blessing it was to find a Dr that genuinely cares and knows how to help people in my situation. Thank you Dr Boelk!”**
— Anthony K., San Diego, CA
WHY PATIENTS SEEK OUT DR. BOELK FOR FOOT NUMBNESS
✔ Nearly 22 Years Of Clinical Experience
✔ Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
✔ Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
✔ More Than 100,000 Spinal Decompression Treatments Performed
✔ 7 DRX9000 Systems
✔ Founder, Spinal Decompression Training Academy
✔ Patients Travel From Throughout California, Other States, Mexico, Canada, England, And Spain Seeking His Expertise
Still wondering whether a herniated disc may be causing your foot numbness? Read: Non-Surgical Herniated Disc Treatment – San Diego, CA
READY TO FIND OUT WHY YOUR FOOT IS NUMB?
If you've been struggling with:
✔ Foot Numbness
✔ Tingling Toes
✔ Burning Foot Pain
✔ Sciatica
✔ Leg Pain
✔ A Herniated Disc
✔ Degenerative Disc Disease
✔ Spinal Stenosis
The next step is determining exactly what may be causing your symptoms.
Schedule A No-Charge Consultation With Dr. Cassidy Boelk
During your visit, Dr. Boelk will personally:
✔ Review Your MRI (If Available)
✔ Explain What He Believes May Be Causing Your Symptoms
✔ Determine Whether You May Be A Candidate For Treatment
✔ Discuss Potential Treatment Options
✔ Answer Your Questions
✔ Tell You Honestly If He Does Not Believe He Can Help
To Request A No-Charge Consultation:
📞 Call 619-298-0800
🌐 Visit www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center Of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123
Because Dr. Boelk personally performs consultations and MRI reviews himself, only a limited number of new patient consultation appointments are available each week.