Tibialis muscle weakness
Muscle weakness affecting the tibialis anterior muscle.
Conditions associated with tibialis muscle weakness
The following conditions have been associated with tibialis muscle weakness in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
GNE myopathy
GNE myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hereditary myopathy with early respiratory failure
Hereditary myopathy with early respiratory failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various ...
Miyoshi myopathy
Miyoshi myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Oculopharyngodistal myopathy
Oculopharyngodistal myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate tibialis muscle weakness
When investigating tibialis muscle weakness, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside tibialis muscle weakness
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Facial palsy
Facial nerve palsy is a dysfunction of cranial nerve VII (the facial nerve) that results in inability to contr...
Lower limb muscle weakness
Weakness of the muscles of the legs....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if tibialis muscle weakness is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom tibialis muscle weakness mean?
Tibialis muscle weakness is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Muscle weakness affecting the tibialis anterior muscle.
Which conditions are associated with tibialis muscle weakness?
Tibialis muscle weakness has been reported in association with 4 conditions in the medical literature we index, including GNE myopathy, Hereditary myopathy with early respiratory failure, Miyoshi myopathy, Oculopharyngodistal myopathy. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about tibialis muscle weakness?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.