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Peroneal muscular atrophy

Peroneal muscular atrophy

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Peroneal muscular atrophy is disease of the nerves that is passed down in a family. The nerve disease causes weakness and loss of muscle tissue, and problems with sensation.

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33 years experience

Is a type of:

Hereditary neuropathy

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Very rare

Body locations

Leg

Symptoms

Reduced reflexes
High arches
Difficulty walking
Trouble walking
Loss of strength
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Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Peroneal muscular atrophy

Surgery

Orthopedic surgery

Other treatments

Exercise or physical activity
Occupational therapy
Physical therapy

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