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(S94.2) Injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level
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9 955 in individuals diagnosis injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level confirmed
Diagnosis injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level is diagnosed Men are 26.55% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level - 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 deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level - what does this mean
The deep peroneal nerve is located in the front of the lower leg and can be easily injured if there is a traumatic event such as a fall or an automobile accident. this can cause a sharp pain in the ankle and foot, as well as numbness and tingling. if left untreated, the nerve may become permanently damaged, leading to muscle weakness and loss of sensation in the area.
What happens during the disease - injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level
The deep peroneal nerve is a branch of the common peroneal nerve and its injury at the ankle and foot level is caused by direct trauma, compression, or stretching of the nerve. this can lead to numbness and weakness in the anterior compartment of the leg, as well as a decrease in the ability to dorsiflex the ankle and toes. it can also cause a loss of sensation in the top of the foot and the first two toes.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- X-ray
- CT Scan
- MRI
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve conduction studies (NCS)
- Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Reduce inflammation and restore nerve function
- Physical Therapy
- Pain Medication
- Walking Aids (Crutches, Cane)
- Ice/Heat Therapy
- Electrical Stimulation
- Surgical Intervention
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
50 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Injury of deep peroneal nerve at ankle and foot level - Prevention
In order to prevent injury of the deep peroneal nerve at the ankle and foot level, it is important to wear proper fitting shoes and avoid activities that may cause overstretching of the ankle joint, such as running or jumping. additionally, it is important to warm up and stretch before engaging in any physical activity in order to reduce the risk of injury. it is also important to use protective gear, such as ankle braces, when engaging in activities that may put the ankle and foot at risk of injury.