Common peroneal neuropathy secondary to squatting during childbirth.
BACKGROUND
Common peroneal neuropathy occurs fairly frequently in the adult population; however, very few cases of peroneal neuropathy after prolonged squatting have been reported.


METHODS
A 29-year-old woman noted right foot numbness and weakness immediately after childbirth, which involved 15-30 minutes of pushing in a squatting position. Physical examination and an electrodiagnostic study confirmed a common peroneal neuropathy. The patient was referred for rehabilitation, including bracing and gait training, which improved substantially her mobility and function.


CONCLUSIONS
Prolonged squatting should be minimized or avoided. A high index of suspicion for peroneal neuropathy after prolonged squatting must be present. Early diagnosis and treatment may limit the number of complications in these patients, particularly falls.
Babayev
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Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center, New York, USA.
Bodack
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Creatura
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D000328:Adult; D036861:Delivery, Obstetric / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009408:Nerve Compression Syndromes / Q000209:etiology; D010543:Peroneal Nerve / Q000293:injuries*; D011187:Posture; D011247:Pregnancy