Peroneal Nerve Foot Pain
Common peroneal nerve dysfunction is damage to the peroneal nerve leading to loss of movement or sensation in the foot and leg.
Alternative Names
Neuropathy - common peroneal nerve; Peroneal nerve injury; Peroneal nerve palsy
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The peroneal nerve is a branch of the sciatic nerve, which supplies movement and sensation to the lower leg, foot and toes. Common peroneal nerve dysfunction is a type of
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