HerniationNerve root affectedSensory lossMotor weaknessScreening examinationReflex
L3-L4 diskL4Medial footKnee extensionSquat and risePatellar
L4-L5 diskL5Dorsal footDorsiflexion ankle/great toeHeel walkingNone
L5-S1 diskS1Lateral footPlantarflexion ankle/toesWalking on toesAchilles