Gold Coast Family Podiatrist.
Treating foot and ankle pain in adults and children.
201 Markeri Street,
Mermaid Waters.
Gold Coast.
Phone for appointment
07 5572 8851
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Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis is a degenerative condition of the tendon and leads to flattening of the arch of the foot. It typically presents as swelling and/ or pain along the tendon. There is typically difficulty loading the tendon during heel rise and inversion of the rearfoot.
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It is more prevalent in overweight women, who may also have leg length inequalities, weak hip and ankle strength and poor balance.
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During walking we might also notice flattening of the medial arch of the foot, excessive amounts of forefoot abduction and excessive rearfoot eversion.
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An exercise program is focused on strengthening muscles- tibialis posterior, peroneal, tibialis anterior and gastrocnemius and soleus. ​
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Diagnosis is based on the inability to perform a single leg heel rise. Ultrasound can help with diagnosis.
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Treatment is focused on improving foot, leg and hip strength, custom foot orthotics focus on reducing rearfoot eversion motion are also found to help improve foot function, improve foot strength and treat pain.
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Exercises to improve balance and proprioception are also helpful.
Research tells us
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A focused exercise program and custom foot orthotics are the most effective way to treat Posterior Tibial Tendonitis.