Understanding Lesion of plantar nerve: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

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Lesion of plantar nerve

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Mortons neuroma

General

Lesion of plantar nerve refers to an inflammation of a single or group of peripheral nerves. Plantar nerve neuritis can be found in two forms; a standalone condition where the lateral branch of the inferior calcaneal nerve becomes inflamed and irritated over a period, or more commonly as a complication associated with chronic plantar fasciitis.

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Signs & symptoms

The inflammation of the medial and lateral plantar nerves can result in pain and a loss of function to the linked intrinsic foot muscles, and can result in: * Gradual increase in pain over time * Constant pain that radiates to the lower part of the heel and ankle * Worsened pain with forceful or continuous activity * Difficulty when pressure is applied to the foot during walking, standing, or sitting If plantar nerve neuritis is left untreated, continuous irritation or entrapment of the nerves can result in inflammation. This results in further symptoms such as numbness, tingling, burning, and cramping, or long-term nerve damage such as scarring or neuromas.

Diagnosis

Doctors base the diagnosis of medial and lateral plantar nerve entrapment on the person’s symptoms and the results of an examination.

Treatment

A podiatrist will devise a treatment plan with two goals: * To reduce pain and severity of symptoms * To address the primary cause of the condition Depending on your assessment, a combination of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (SIS) and Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy (EMTT) can be utilised to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Long-term offloading in the form of tailored customised orthotic devices may also be required to address the repetitive impact and reduce nerve impingement. Individuals with heel pain are advised to consult a podiatrist promptly, as the issue may develop more complications over time. Early detection and a combination of different treatment modalities can help accelerate the rate of healing, ensuring that the patient is back on their feet in the shortest time possible.

Note

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National Institutes of Health ∙ World Health Organization ∙ MedlinePluse ∙ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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