S1 syndrome
A root compression syndrome that irritates or damages the S1 nerve root is called S1 syndrome. A slipped disc at the level of the fifth lumbar vertebra and the first cruciate vertebra can damage both the nerve root L5 and the nerve root S1. Both or one of the two structures may be damaged.
Both a simple protrusion of the intervertebral disc and a leakage of the gelatinous core from the fibrous ring of the intervertebral disc can be the cause of a herniated disc with S1 syndrome. Typical symptoms are pain The pain can suddenly shoot up and radiate. These areas can also be affected by paresthesia.
Frequent are tingling, formication and numbness. Paralysis of certain muscles can also occur. The po-musculature (Musculeus gluteus maximus), the calf muscle (Musculus trzeps surae) and the Musculus biceps femoris at the back of the thigh can be affected.
Patients have difficulty moving their hips and cannot lower their foot. A toe walk is weakened or not possible. – in the lower back
- In the gluteal region,
- Posterior thigh
- In the lower leg,
- In the heel
- As well as at the lateral foot edge up to the little toe.
Pain in buttocks and legs
Pain in the buttocks and legs are common complaints in our society. A slipped disc in the area of the vertebral bodies L5 and S1 is a possible cause for pain in the buttocks and legs. In this case the pain occurs mainly in stress situations. In addition, muscular tension in the buttocks area is a possible cause, especially for people who sit a lot, for example when doing an office job. Furthermore, a narrowing of the spinal canal can lead to pain in the affected areas.
Leg and foot pain
Both L5 syndrome and S1 syndrome involve pain in the leg and foot. Depending on the damaged nerve root, the pain localizations differ. The pain often occurs during physical exertion and can be shooting and radiating.
An L5 syndrome causes pain The pain in S1 syndrome typically involves
- In the posterior and lateral thigh,
- On the outside of the knee,
- On the anterior lateral lower leg,
- And on the back of the foot and big toe. – the outside and back of the thigh and lower leg,
- The lateral foot edge
- And the little toe.
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