How does tarsal tunnel syndrome develop?
Tarsal tunnel syndrome symptoms develop when the tibial nerve in the tarsal tunnel becomes dysfunctional due to excess pressure. Pressure causes the nerve in the tunnel to be squeezed against the flexor retinaculum, which is quite inflexible. This results in numbness in the nearby skin area, as well as muscle weakness and pain in the area of the pinched nerve. Unfortunately, however, many people with ankle and foot pain have been misdiagnosed with tarsal tunnel syndrome! Chronic pain in these areas is most often due to a sprain or weakening of the metatarsal, lateral collateral and medial collateral ligaments, ligaments rarely examined by a family physician or an orthopedic surgeon. What are the symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome? Symptoms include pain in the ankle, arch, toes or heel. Some individuals experience a slight pain, burning or tingling in the sole of the foot. The course of the nerve may also be sensitive to touch. As the condition worsens, weakness and numbness can occur i
