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Lower extremity entrapment neuropathies
Sarah Madani1, Christopher Doughty2
1Department of Neurology, 60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor, Boston, MA, 02115, USA.
Abstract:
Entrapment neuropathies are frequently encountered by rheumatologists, not only because they are common but also because of their association with certain rheumatological and systemic disorders. Recognizing entrapment neuropathy early can help avoid progressive neurological deficits, as well as facilitate appropriate treatment measures, which can effectively minimize a patient's symptoms. Entrapment neuropathies may be distinguished from other musculoskeletal causes of lower extremity pain by identifying characteristic patterns of weakness and/or sensory loss, so a focused bedside neurological examination is key for diagnosis. In this chapter, we review the most common entrapment neuropathies that occur in the lower extremities, review the relevant neuroanatomy, outline a diagnostic approach to distinguish them from other mimics, and highlight appropriate management options.
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