Femoral Neuropathy : Causes

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Causes could include:
The femoral nerve is located in the leg and supplies the muscles that help straighten the leg. It provides sensation to the front of the thigh and part of the lower leg. Damage to a single nerve group such as the femoral nerve is called mononeurop...
Source:ADAM
Date:November 1, 2007
Nerve compression is the restriction in the space around a nerve that can occur due to several reasons. Functioning of the nerve is compromised.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
A pinched nerve is caused by some anatomical structure putting pressure on a nerve and impairing its function. This problem may occur in many different areas of the body.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
A pinched nerve is a general term that describes an injury to a nerve or group of nerves. The damage may include compression, constriction or stretching.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
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