Tibial Nerve Syndrome

Tibial nerve syndrome is a pathological condition caused by compression or damage to the tibial nerve.

The tibial nerve is responsible for innervation of the muscles of the leg and foot. When it is damaged, weakness occurs in the muscles of the lower leg and foot, and sensitivity in the zone of innervation of the nerve is impaired.

Causes of tibial nerve syndrome:

1. Nerve injury in the knee joint or lower leg.

2. Nerve compression by tumor.

3. Incorrectly applied plaster cast.

4. Prolonged stay in a forced position with a bent knee.

5. Alcoholic or sugar polyneuropathy.

Main symptoms:

1. Numbness and tingling in the foot and toes.

2. Weakness of the toe extensors and plantar flexors.

3. Gait disturbance, “dragging” of the leg when walking.

4. Decreased or absent Achilles reflex.

Diagnostics is based on ENMG study data. Treatment consists of eliminating the cause of the nerve compression and physical therapy. The prognosis depends on the degree of nerve damage and timely treatment.