Common Peroneal Nerve Palsy: Causes, Symptoms & Acupuncture Treatment
The common peroneal nerve is a major branch of the lower portion of the sciatic nerve. It divides into the deep peroneal nerve, superficial peroneal nerve, and cutaneous branches. Paralysis of this nerve presents with the classic symptom of foot drop. Primary causes include compression—such as prolonged squatting at work, sitting with legs crossed for … Read more