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I damaged my acl & perneal nerve causing foot drop. is burning & pain normal? what can they do to treat the foot drop and will i get sensation back?

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MBB brace is best: If the nerve is damaged then foot drop may be permanent. The brace I described is the latest. Very comfortable and unintrusive. Therapy can help wth strength and reeducation of the muscles.

Dr Rochester agreed

Answered 1/21/2017

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