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Tibial Nerve Dysfunction
Alternate Names : Neuropathy - Tibial Nerve
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Treatment
Treatment is aimed at increasing mobility and independent self-care. In some cases, no treatment is required and recovery is spontaneous.
Surgical removal of lesions that press on the nerve may benefit some people.
Over-the-counter analgesics or prescription medications may be needed to control pain (neuralgia). Various other medications (phenytoin, carbamazepine, gabapentin or tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline) may reduce the stabbing pains that some people experience. Whenever possible, medication use should be avoided or reduced to lessen the risk of side effects.
Physical therapy exercises may help some people maintain muscle strength. Orthopedic assistance may aid the ability to walk. This may include use of braces, splints, orthopedic shoes, or other appliances.
Vocational counseling, occupational therapy, job changes or retraining, or similar interventions may be recommended.
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• Definition
• Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Symptoms & Signs
• Prevention
• Diagnosis & Tests
• Treatment
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
• Pictures & Images
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Tests & Exams
• Electromyography
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• Nerve Conduction Velocity
Other Topics
• Muscle Function Loss
• Myelin
• Numbness and Tingling
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• Weakness
Review Date : 5/8/2003
Reviewed By : Elaine T. Kiriakopoulos, M.D., M.Sc., Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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