“Peroneal nerve palsy most commonly results from compression of the fibular nerve located on the outer side of the calf and results in numbness and partial or incomplete ability to lift the foot (“drop foot”). If the compression is minimal (as it appears to be in George’s case since he plans to play through it), specific physical therapy techniques, ankle braces, or orthotics can be used to lessen compression on the nerve and reduce numbness. There is a surgical method for relieving fibular nerve compression, but there’s no indication from George or the Thunder medical staff that he needs surgery.
Monday Rewind: October 28 – November 3
