Question 1

how long does foot drop from excessive alcohol consumption last?

Accepted Answer

Varies.: But mainly, until you sober up!

Question 2

can alcohol induced foot drop be cured?

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Neuropathy: Alcohol induced neuropathy isn't cured but rehabbed and maintained.  At this time, there isn't a cure but obviously stopping alcohol consumption is a first step.  Usually pt/ot is needed as well as bracing but there isn't a cure.

Question 3

can alcohol induced foot drop be reversed? (and yes all etoh consumption has ended)

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Nerve decompression: Possibly, with decompression of the common peroneal nerve, if not longstanding.

Question 4

can an electromyography detect the cause of foot drop?

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Surely: From your description, could be due to lumbar L-5 root compression, but your foot drop could even be due to peroneal nerve compression.  EMG done in certified lab could certainly differentiate.

Question 5

what causes foot drop?

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Nerve issue: Can be caused by many things including; diabetes , a nerve compression injury or a pinched nerve i your back. See a neurologist.

Question 6

can apinched nerve in lumbar4 cause foot drop? if yes, what can be done?

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Foot drop: Foot drop is usually caused by pressure on Lumbar Nerve 5, but 5 percent of people have a shift up or down in which level of the spine affects which nerve. Pressure on the peroneal nerve usually near the knee can cause this as well. If not properly diagnosed or treated the weakness can be permanent and require bracing. If it is from the spine therapy and injections can often work without surgery

Question 7

i have recently developed foot drop and i'm currently on remicade (infliximab). can remicade (infliximab) cause this?

Accepted Answer

Get checked: Neurologic problems have occurred with Remicade (infliximab) but it is more important to rule out other causes which could be more serious and are potentially reversible. Call your physician immediately.

Question 8

hi i passed out in bed after drinking and woke up with what i beleive is foot drop will it heal on its own and how long ? what can i do

Accepted Answer

Peroneal nerve: You most likely have peroneal nerve palsy.
See your PCP or a neurologist.You may need physical therapy.Foot drop shoud improve over time.

Question 9

have foot drop that seems to be getting better but lifting my foot takes a lot of concentration, is that the normal way recovery from this goes?

Accepted Answer

Variable: The cause of the foot drop often dictates the length of recovery.  Injury to nerve roots during back surgery  probably takes longer than pressure on the perineal nerve (which serves the muscle that brings the foot upwards) with a tight dressing.  Continued physical therapy will help with your recovery.

Question 10

what causes foot drop? i just had a vaginal hysterectomy.

Accepted Answer

The M ost  Common...: Cause of foot drop is a compression injury or trauma to the common peroneal nerve which lies to the outside of the head of the fibula, which is below the knee.  It is possible, that during the hysterectomy, that one of the spinal roots was affected (l4) but highly unlikely.  It could be resultant from anesthesia or other factors.  Discuss with your surgeon.

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I have recently developed foot drop and i'm currently on remicade (infliximab). can remicade (infliximab) cause this?

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Hi i passed out in bed after drinking and woke up with what i beleive is foot drop will it heal on its own and how long ? what can i do

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Have foot drop that seems to be getting better but lifting my foot takes a lot of concentration, is that the normal way recovery from this goes?

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What causes foot drop? i just had a vaginal hysterectomy.

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