Tibial nerve dysfunction

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Tibial nerve

Neuropathy - tibial nerve

• Sensation changes on the bottom of the foot
  • Numbness, tingling, or other abnormal sensations
  • Burning sensation
  • Pain
• Weakness of the knee or foot, difficulty with walking

Neuromuscular examination of the legs shows tibial nerve dysfunction. There may be weakness or inability to push the foot downward (plantar flexion). Severe cases may cause wasting of the foot muscles and foot deformity.

Tests that reveal tibial nerve dysfunction may include:

• EMG (a recording of electrical activity in muscles)
• Nerve conduction tests
• Nerve biopsy

Review Date: 02/07/2005
Reviewed By: Luc Jasmin, MD, PhD, Departments of Anatomy & Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.