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Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction
Alternate Names : Neuropathy - Common Peroneal Nerve, Peroneal Nerve Injury, Peroneal Nerve Palsy
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Symptoms & Signs
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Decreased sensation, numbness or tingling at the top of the foot
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Weakness of the ankles or feet
- Walking abnormalities
- "Slapping" gait (walking pattern)
- Foot drop (unable to hold foot horizontal)
- Toes drag while walking
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• Definition
• Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Symptoms & Signs
• Prevention
• Diagnosis & Tests
• Treatment
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Tests & Exams
• Electromyography
• MRI
• Muscle Biopsy
• Nerve Biopsy
• Nerve Conduction Velocity
• X-Ray
Other Topics
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• Muscle Cramps
• Muscle Function Loss
• Myelin
• Numbness and Tingling
• Pain Medications
• Swelling
• Systemic
• Weakness
Review Date : 7/28/2002
Reviewed By : Elaine T. Kiriakopoulos, M.D., MSc, Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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