Treatment of Peroneal Neuropathy with Inability to Dorsiflex the Ankle (Proximal Deep Peroneal Neuropathy)

This protocol applies to patients with a proximal deep peroneal neuropathy in whom the defining functional deficit is the inability to dorsiflex the ankle.

When a proximal deep peroneal neuropathy is present, the patient may be unable to dorsiflex the ankle — a deficit that directly impairs normal gait.

The structured regimen for this scenario centres on an orthotic device designed to hold the foot in a neutral position and enable a normal walking pattern.