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(S74.0) Injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level
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11 640 in individuals diagnosis injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level confirmed
Diagnosis injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level is diagnosed Men are 4.42% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-34, 40-49, 55-64, 70-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 35-39, 50-54, 65-69, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 25-39, 65-69, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-24, 40-64, 70-94
Disease Features injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level - what does this mean
Injury of the sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level occurs when the nerve is damaged or compressed due to trauma caused by a fall, car accident or other type of physical injury. the nerve can also be damaged due to a tumor or inflammation. symptoms of sciatic nerve injury can include pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the lower leg and foot.
What happens during the disease - injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level
The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the body and it is responsible for providing sensation and movement to the lower leg and foot. injury to the nerve at the hip and thigh level can occur due to a traumatic event, such as a car accident, or due to a medical condition, such as diabetes. when the nerve is injured, the messages from the brain to the muscles in the lower leg and foot are disrupted, resulting in pain, numbness, and weakness in the affected area. in some cases, the injury can cause permanent damage, which can lead to long-term disability.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- X-Ray
- MRI Scan
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
- Ultrasound
- CT Scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce pain and improve mobility.
- Physical therapy
- Manual therapy
- Stretching exercises
- Strength training
- Heat and ice therapy
- Medications (NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, etc.)
- Injections (corticosteroids, nerve blocks, etc.)
- Surgery (microdiscectomy, laminectomy, etc.)
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level - Prevention
To prevent injury of the sciatic nerve at hip and thigh level, it is important to practice proper body mechanics when lifting heavy objects, ensuring that the back is kept straight and the weight is distributed evenly between the legs. additionally, wearing supportive footwear and using a back brace can help to reduce the risk of injury. finally, it is important to practice regular stretching and strengthening exercises to keep the muscles of the hip and thigh area strong and flexible.