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(S94.0) Injury of lateral plantar nerve
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9 955 in individuals diagnosis injury of lateral plantar nerve confirmed
Diagnosis injury of lateral plantar nerve is diagnosed Men are 26.55% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of lateral plantar nerve
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of lateral plantar nerve
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of lateral plantar nerve - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 40-44
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-29, 55-59, 65-79, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 30-54, 60-64, 80-94
Disease Features injury of lateral plantar nerve
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of lateral plantar nerve - what does this mean
The injury of the lateral plantar nerve occurs when the nerve is compressed or stretched due to trauma or overuse of the foot. this can lead to pain, numbness, and/or tingling in the foot and toes. it can also cause weakness in the foot muscles, making it difficult to walk or stand.
What happens during the disease - injury of lateral plantar nerve
Injury of the lateral plantar nerve can occur due to direct trauma to the sole of the foot, entrapment of the nerve, repetitive stress, or abnormal foot posture. when the nerve is injured, the patient may experience loss of sensation in the sole of the foot, and may also experience pain and weakness in the affected muscles, as well as difficulty in walking.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the feet and ankle
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve conduction studies
- Imaging tests (X-ray, MRI, CT scan)
- Ultrasound
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce pain and improve nerve function.
- Physical therapy
- Rest and activity modification
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Corticosteroid injections
- Surgery
- Acupuncture
- Massage
- Ultrasound
- Laser therapy
- Casting
- Electrical stimulation
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
50 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Injury of lateral plantar nerve - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury of the lateral plantar nerve is to ensure proper foot support, such as wearing properly fitted shoes with arch support, and avoiding activities or positions that place excessive pressure on the feet. additionally, stretching the calf muscles regularly can help to prevent nerve compression.