Popliteal Nerve Block & Toe Movement After Ankle Surgery: What to Expect

A popliteal nerve block would not typically cause a lack of toe movement following ankle surgery because the popliteal nerve does not innervate the muscles that control toe movement. The peroneal nerve, which is located near the popliteal nerve, is responsible for toe movement. Therefore, a peroneal nerve block would be necessary to cause lack of toe movement following ankle surgery.