Compression du nerf fibulaire : que faire lorsque votre pied commence à tomber ?

Do you experience numbness on the side of your leg? Weakness in your ankle? Or have you noticed your foot dragging when you walk? 🚨 Warning: This could be peroneal nerve compression, one of the most common (and often overlooked) causes of foot drop. 🔎 What's going on? The peroneal nerve runs very close to the skin at the knee—making it vulnerable to compression from poor posture (such as crossing your legs), an improperly fitted cast, trauma, or even prolonged lying on your side. This disrupts nerve conduction and leads to symptoms such as: Numbness and tingling on the side of the leg Weakness in lifting the foot (foot drop) Neuropathic pain that worsens with movement Difficulty walking, running, or climbing stairs ✅ How is peroneal nerve compression treated? ✔️ EMG (electroneuromyography) to assess the severity of the injury ✔️ Specialized physiotherapy to strengthen muscles and rehabilitate gait ✔️ Orthopedic insoles, splints, or boots for support ✔️ Medication for neuropathic pain ✔️ In severe cases: decompression surgery or nerve reconstruction ⚠️ The longer the nerve remains compressed, the greater the risk of permanent damage. If you already have foot drop or persistent pain, consult a peripheral nerve specialist promptly. 💡 When should you consult a neurosurgeon specializing in peripheral nerves? ✔️ If you can't lift your foot normally ✔️ If the numbness doesn't improve over time ✔️ If you've been told to "wait," but your symptoms are worsening 🌟 Peroneal nerve compression has a name, a cause—and yes, a treatment. With early diagnosis and appropriate management, the symptoms can be reversed, and you can regain a normal gait. 📍 Online and in-person consultations in Curitiba and São Paulo 📧 Email: [email protected] 📲 WhatsApp: +55 (41) 9 9995-4201 🌐 Website: www.nervosperifericos.com.br 📸 Instagram: @nervosperifericos 👨‍⚕️ Dr. Thomas Marcolini – Neurosurgeon specializing in peripheral nerves 📍 RQE 26510 CRM 33811 🔖 Share this video with someone who's struggling and doesn't know why. #nervecompression #nerve #footdrop #neuropathicpain #fibularneuropathy #chronicpain #nerveinjury #drthomasmarcolini #neuromodulation #footdroprecovery #neurosurgery #nervesurgeon #peripheralnervespecialist