Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a squeezing or pinching of the tibial nerve. This nerve runs down the back of the leg to the inner ankle. In this area of the ankle joint, a complex mix of nerves, tendons, and ligaments meet. This makes it more likely that the tibial nerve could become pinched.
Certain things may increase your risk of the nerve being pinched. They include:
Symptoms include burning foot pain. You may also have aching, numbness, and tingling in the sole or arch of the foot.
At first, treatment may include rest, ice, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like ibuprofen or naproxen. It can also include footwear that supports your feet. Examples are arch supports, custom orthotics, and support shoes. Your doctor might suggest physical therapy. If these treatments don't help, you might get steroid shots or medicine that targets nerve pain.
If these treatments don't help relieve your symptoms, you may need surgery.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a pinching of the tibial nerve, which stretches down the back of the leg to the inner ankle. In this area of the ankle, a complex mix of nerves, muscles, and ligaments meet; this makes the tibial nerve prone to entrapment, or pinching.
Symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome include foot pain and weakness as well as numbness and tingling in the sole or arch of the foot.
A nerve might get pinched as a result of:
At first, treatment may include rest, anti-inflammatory medicine, and supportive footwear, such as arch supports, custom orthotics, and support shoes. Steroid shots that target nerve pain are sometimes used.
If these treatments do not help relieve symptoms, surgery may be needed.
Symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome include burning foot pain. It can also cause aching, numbness, and tingling in the sole or arch of the foot.
Rest, ice, and over-the-counter pain medicine are common early treatments. You may also use footwear that supports your feet, like arch supports, orthotics, and support shoes. Your doctor may recommend physical therapy. You may get steroid shots or medicine that targets nerve pain. If these treatments don't help, you may need surgery.
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and do a physical exam of your foot and ankle. You may also have tests such as a nerve test or imaging tests, like an X-ray or MRI.
Try to stop or reduce the activity that causes symptoms. Take breaks often. For pain, apply a cold pack for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Ask your doctor about taking over-the-counter medicine like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Ask your doctor if you need physical therapy. Follow directions on adjusting shoes and wearing braces.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a squeezing or pinching of the tibial nerve. This nerve runs down the back of the leg to the inner ankle joint, where a complex mix of nerves, tendons, and ligaments meet. This makes it more likely that the tibial nerve could become pinched.
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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