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Peripheral nerve injuries of the lower extremity (LE) require prompt diagnosis and treatment for optimal outcomes. This review outlines current knowledge on LE nerve injuries, proposing a management protocol.

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Area of Science:

Orthopaedic Surgery
Neurology
Anatomy

Background:

Peripheral nerve injuries of the lower extremity (LE) are common in orthopaedic practice.
These injuries can result from trauma or medical procedures (iatrogenic).
Effective management hinges on accurate and prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and discuss the anatomy, physiology, incidence, pathogenesis, diagnosis, management, and outcomes of sciatic, femoral, peroneal, and tibial nerve injuries.
To propose a standardized protocol for the evaluation and management of LE nerve injuries.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on lower extremity nerve injuries.
Discussion of basic nerve anatomy and physiology.
Synthesis of information to propose a clinical protocol.

Main Results:

Comprehensive overview of sciatic, femoral, peroneal, and tibial nerve injuries.
Identification of key diagnostic and management strategies.
Development of a suggested protocol for LE nerve injury evaluation and treatment.

Conclusions:

Timely and accurate diagnosis are crucial for managing LE nerve injuries.
A structured approach to evaluation and management can optimize patient outcomes.
This review provides a framework for clinicians managing these complex injuries.