Cadaveric Study on the Anatomical Variations in the Branching Pattern of the Tibial Nerve to the Deep Muscles of the Posterior Compartment of the Leg

This study revealed three distinct TN branching patterns to the deep posterior compartment of the leg, with the most common type being the TN giving separate branches to each muscle. These findings have significant clinical relevance for improving the safety of surgical procedures, regional anesthesia, and the management of TN pathologies. A comprehensive understanding of these variations is essential for minimizing the risk of nerve injury and guiding more effective surgical and therapeutic strategies.

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Cureus
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2025-08-20
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.90631
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Muscle activation and electromyography studies
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Cadaveric Study on the Anatomical Variations in the Branching Pattern of the Tibial Nerve to the Deep Muscles of the Posterior Compartment of the Leg

U Suman, Dimple Dev
Cureus
Muscle activation and electromyography studies
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Cadaveric Study on the Anatomical Variations in the Branching Pattern of the Tibial Nerve to the Deep Muscles of the Posterior Compartment of the Leg

U Suman, Dimple Dev
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Abstract

This study revealed three distinct TN branching patterns to the deep posterior compartment of the leg, with the most common type being the TN giving separate branches to each muscle. These findings have significant clinical relevance for improving the safety of surgical procedures, regional anesthesia, and the management of TN pathologies. A comprehensive understanding of these variations is essential for minimizing the risk of nerve injury and guiding more effective surgical and therapeutic strategies.

CureusVol. 17(8)
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (IN), Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (IN), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (IN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 80%
Muscle activation and electromyography studies
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