With an altered gait and decreased sensation in your foot, this is probably one of three things, peroneal neuropathy, radiculopathy or tarsal tunnel syndrome. You can find all three described on this website.
Yes, peroneal neuropathy is associated with foot drop in the worst of cases. Check heel walking (duck walking-walk with your feet up off the ground). If your foot on the involved side starts to drop after some distance, you do have foot drop and certainly need to have this checked out.
If you have no back or buttocks pain, it is less likely that this is radiculopathy but still possible.
A good examination by an orthopedist will give you a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Dr. Corenman
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Donald Corenman, MD, DC is a highly-regarded spine surgeon, considered an expert in the area of neck and back pain. Trained as both a Medical Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Corenman earned academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and his research on spine surgery and rehabilitation has resulted in the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and two books.
Donald Corenman, MD, DC is a highly-regarded spine surgeon, considered an expert in the area of neck and back pain. Trained as both a Medical Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Corenman earned academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and his research on spine surgery and rehabilitation has resulted in the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and two books.