A 52-year-old woman presented to the office complaining of low back pain that has been progressing for the last month. The pain is exacerbated by standing, but it is relieved by lying down. This pain radiates to the left leg. She has a long history of osteoarthritis. He has a history of hypertension and osteoarthritis. Radiological imaging shows osteophytes compressing the spinal nerves exiting the neural foramina between the L5 and S1 vertebral bodies. This lesion would lead to which of the following manifestations?

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Eductional Objective: The spinal nerves of the lumbosacral region pass in the opening found below the corresponding vertebra. L5 spinal nerves exit in the neural foramina between L5 and S1 vertebral bodies. Therefore, osteophyte formation leads to compression of spinal nerves at this level. L5 radiculopathy leads to back pain, and sensory manifestations of the lateral thigh, calf, and dorsal foot. Great toe extension will be lost additionally.

A 52-Year-Old Woman Presented to the Office Complaining of Low