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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome


 

The tarsal tunnel is a narrow highway of arteries, veins, 
tendons, and nerves that runs along the inside of the ankle bones. One of these structures is the posterior tibial nerve, which may become irritated/compressed in the tunnel. Causes may be mechanical, structural, or systemic.


Symptoms

Patients with Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome may experience numbness, pain, burning or tingling sensations in the foot and toes.


What to Expect When You See the Doctor

Your doctor will examine your foot and ankle. Diagnostic injections may be helpful to support the diagnosis. Ultrasound or MRI may be used to evaluate for a space occupying lesion.  Electromyography and nerve conduction velocity (EMG/NCV) may be ordered to evaluate the nerve function in more detail.


Treatments

Nonsurgical treatments may include injections, orthotics or bracing.  Sometimes surgery is the best option for treating tarsal tunnel syndrome. Your foot and ankle surgeon will determine if surgery is necessary and will select the appropriate procedure or procedures based on the cause of the condition. Typically, surgery involves cutting of the retinaculum to release the nerve from being compressed.


We Can Help!

Are you suffering from tarsal tunnel syndrome? We have years of experience treating this condition and would be happy to help. Contact us or book an appointment today.

Location

South Denver Podiatry
7780 S. Broadway, Suite 190
Littleton, CO 80122
Phone: 720-398-8450
Fax: (720) 398-8424

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