Tears of the posterior tibialis tendon are one of the most common problems of the foot and ankle. This occurs when the posterior tibialis tendon becomes inflamed or torn. As a result of this, the ...

In this month’s 4 Questions, Carol C. Frey, MD, shares her extensive experience on posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Orthopedic surgeons frequently see posterior tibial tendon dysfunction in ...

The tibialis posterior tendon is a tendon of the foot and ankle which is subject to excessive force and repetition resulting in damage. This type of damage can present as minor tearing of the tendon ...

The posterior tibial tendon links the calf muscle and the bones inside the foot. The tendon’s responsibility is to support the foot’s arch when taking a step. An acute injury, like a fall, or overuse ...

Ice can help reduce swelling in posterior tibial tendonitis. Anti-inflammatory medications can reduce inflammation around the tendon. Orthotics and physical therapy are important early treatments.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Weight-bearing anteroposterior foot radiography may better predict the prognosis of patients with posterior ...

Tight calves and shin splints are common issues runners face. But they shouldn’t be the only areas you pay attention to in your lower legs. If you’re ignoring a small stabilizing muscle called the ...

What Is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? The tendons in your body connect your bones to your muscles and extend along the joints to help you carry out bending movements. One such tendon is the ...

One of the most common problems encountered in the foot, as well as one of the most misdiagnosed, is posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, also referred to as PTTD. The posterior tibial tendon plays a ...