Author： Babwah Terence
Publisher： Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISSN： 1543-8627
Source： Research in Sports Medicine, Vol.19, Iss.1, 2011-01, pp. : 66-71
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Abstract
This report describes the effect of excessive cooling with ice, and compression with a plastic wrap on the common peroneal nerve (CPN) for 90 minutes in a professional footballer, which led to a common peroneal nerve palsy and a resulting footdrop. It highlights the need to be cautious with regards to the duration and frequency of icing as well as the choice of anchoring material when applying ice to injured areas that have superficial nerves passing nearby. Full recovery of the CPN function occurred in this athlete after five weeks. The major causes of footdrop and common causes of common peroneal neuropathy are discussed.
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