National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) Practice Test

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Meralgia paresthetica may mimic irritation of which nerve root(s)?

L2-L3
L4-L5
S1-S2
T12-L1

The correct answer is: L2-L3

Meralgia paresthetica is a condition characterized by the compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, leading to sensory disturbances—such as numbness, tingling, and burning—in the outer thigh. The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve arises from the lumbar plexus, specifically branching from the L2 and L3 nerve roots. Since meralgia paresthetica involves these specific nerve roots, the symptoms can often be confused with irritation or damage of L2 and L3. Many clinicians may mistakenly attribute the sensory symptoms to the lower lumbar or sacral roots because of the region affected. Therefore, L2-L3 is the correct answer as the nerve roots that may present with symptoms similar to those of meralgia paresthetica, illustrating the importance of understanding nerve anatomy and its clinical implications for accurate diagnosis and treatment.