Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment
If you are feeling pain, numbness, tingling, or burning sensations in the heel or arch of your foot, Baxter’s nerve entrapment could be the cause. This condition affects the nerves in the foot and can bring discomfort and pain in your heel.
At Bucks Podiatry, our team of skilled podiatrists is dedicated to alleviating your pain so you can walk comfortably and resume your normal activities.
What is Baxter’s nerve entrapment?
Baxter's nerve entrapment, also known as Baxter's neuropathy or inferior calcaneal nerve entrapment, is a condition that affects the nerves in the foot, specifically involving the entrapment or compression of the nerve that runs along the inside of the heel, known as the Baxter's nerve.
When the nerve in question is compressed or irritated, it can lead to various symptoms, such as pain, numbness, tingling, or a burning sensation in the heel or arch of the foot. These symptoms typically intensify with activity, especially when walking or standing for prolonged periods.
Treating Baxter’s nerve entrapment
Our experienced podiatrist will conduct a thorough initial assessment, examining your foot, reviewing your medical history, and discussing your symptoms with you. If necessary, we may perform an ultrasound scan to accurately assess the condition of the nerve and eliminate any other potential causes of your symptoms.
After the initial assessment, our podiatrist will develop a personalised treatment plan based on various options, including:
Effective pain management may involve using oral medications (such as NSAIDs), topical creams or gels, Class IV Laser Therapy, and corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation and alleviate nerve pressure.
Orthotic Devices: We may suggest using custom orthotic devices to help ease nerve compression and spread out pressure on the foot.
Specific Exercises: To help improve foot health and strengthen the muscles around the foot and ankle. They aim to make you more stable, reduce pressure on the affected nerve, and increase flexibility.
Surgical intervention: We may recommend surgery to release the compressed nerve and relieve the symptoms. Your podiatrist will discuss the procedure, potential risks, and expected outcomes with you and help you decide.
Every patient is unique, so here at Bucks Podiatry, we customise our treatment approach to fit your specific needs and preferences.
Schedule an appointment with us today to discuss your personalised treatment plan.