TENDONITIS
OF THE FOOT
(POSTERIOR
TIBIAL TENDON DYSFUNCTION)
INTRODUCTION
Tendonitis
in the foot is a common problem amongst hard working
people. This is a classic over use injury and affects
a particular tendon in the foot, the posterior tibial
tendon. This tendon helps to hold the arch of the foot
and prevents your feet from rolling in too much. The
patients in step of the foot may appear inflamed and
may have a pronounced flat foot deformity.
Symptoms
include pain at the in step of the foot, especially
along the course of the tendon. There may be burning,
tingling, shooting or stabbing pain present in the foot.
This is due to the inflammation of the nerve that surrounds
the tendon. If a patient is asked to stand on their
toes, intense pain will be present in the arch of the
foot.
CAUSES
- Tendonitis
of the posterior tibial tendon can be caused due to
initial strain, minor degeneration and a rupture of
the tendon. The inflammation of the tendon is a secondary
reaction.
- Initially,
there is irritation of the outer covering of the tendon.
This is called paratendonitis. This leads to degeneration
of the tendon, which causes the tendon to become thicker.
The tendon then becomes weaker and loses its strength;
this can lead to a complete rupture of the tendon.
- Flat
foot types are at risk
- Tight
heel cords (Achilles Tendon) can lead to tendonitis
of the foot.
- Walking
or running up hill, i.e. golf courses or marathon
running can be the catalyst for tendonitis in the
foot.
TREATMENT
OF TENDONITIS
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Anti-inflammatory
medication
- Cease
all sporting activities and try and stay off your
feet as much as possible.
- Orthosis
(insoles) may be necessary. This will help to support
the arch region of the foot. In our experience, this
is the most effective form of treatment.
- In
severe cases surgery may be necessary to repair the
tendon.
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