Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction
Alternate Names : Neuropathy - Common Peroneal Nerve, Peroneal Nerve Injury, Peroneal Nerve Palsy
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Diagnosis & Tests
Examination of the legs may show a loss of muscle control over the legs and feet. Atrophy (decrease in bulk) of the muscles of the foot or leg may be present. There is difficulty with dorsiflexion (lifting up the foot and toes) and with eversion (toe-out movements).
Muscle biopsy or a nerve biopsy may confirm the disorder, but they are rarely necessary.
Tests of nerve activity include:
Other tests are guided by the suspected cause of the nerve dysfunction, as suggested by the person's history, symptoms, and pattern of symptom development. They may include various blood tests, X-rays, scans, or other tests and procedures.
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