How Is Peroneal Tendon Surgery Done?
What is the Paroneal Tendon? Tendons are tissues in the body that connect muscle and bone to one another. There are actually two peroneal tendons on each foot. They originate in the lower calf in the back of each leg and extend down, pulling sharply forward once they pass beneath the fibula (outer ankle). One connects to the bone near the outside of the midfoot, called the fifth metatarsal. The other curls beneath the foot to attach to the underside of the arch. They function to ensure stability and control of the ankle when weight is put down on the foot, such as when we walk or run. Without them, the ankle would give out when we try to walk and we would fall. Unfortunately, the peroneal tendons undergo a great deal of strain at the point where they pass under the fibula and over time can begin to fray or even break outright. This is known as a longitudinal peroneal tear and requires immediate surgery to repair. Preparation The patient is prepared for surgery by being administered ant
