A condition produced by compression of a nerve that passes through a narrow passage behind the ankle bone located on the inner side, running down into the heel and foot. The cause may be an injury to the ankle, including a sprain or fracture, or a growth such as a cyst or tumor that presses against the nerve. Symptoms may include pain, numbness, tingling, or burning sensations anywhere along the bottom of the foot.
Neuropathy of the distal portion of the posterior tibial nerve at the ankle caused by chronic pressure on the nerve at the point it passes through the tarsal tunnel. It causes pain in and numbness of the sole of the foot and weakness of the plantar flexion of the toes.
A rare condition that emerges due to unusual pressure on the tibial nerve within the foot. As the tibial nerve winds around the inner ankle, it traverses a passage known as the tarsal tunnel. This tunnel is formed by the bones of the ankle joint and supportive bands of fibrous tissue. If this space narrows, the nerve can become entrapped and compressed.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome can manifest when injuries or strain caused by excessive activity affect the structures in the foot. It’s also more prevalent among individuals with flat feet. Typical symptoms encompass pain and a sensation of burning or tingling on the underside of the foot.
Rest and anti-inflammatory medications could suffice as the required treatment. If the condition persists, more stubborn cases might necessitate approaches like physiotherapy, corticosteroid injections, or even surgical intervention to widen the tarsal tunnel.