G57: Mononeuropathies of lower limb
G57.4: Lesion of medial popliteal nerve
The medial popliteal nerve runs through the hollow of the knee along the back of the lower leg. From the lower leg, the medial popliteal nerve runs under the inside of the ankle bone to the foot. There, the medial popliteal nerve gives off various branches.
The medial popliteal nerve controls various muscles in the lower leg and foot. It enables us to lower our foot and stand on tiptoes, for example. The medial popliteal nerve is also responsible for sensation in the calf and on the sole of the foot.
When the medial popliteal nerve is damaged, it can cause pain, tingling or a numbness in the calf or the sole of the foot, for example. It may also no longer be possible to lower one’s foot so well. The foot can then not be rolled so well when walking, for example.
The medial popliteal nerve may be damaged as a result of pressure, for example. The damage may be lasting or temporary.
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