The tendons of our feet and ankle that are pillars of strength and stability while walking, begin to deteriorate due the excessive wear and tear. When the posterior tendon known as the Tibial Tendon, located in the ankle gets worn off, it results in posterior tibial tendon Dysfunction. This often results in flattening of the foot.

Patients are recommended braces and orthotics initially to relieve pain and provide stability to the feet but if these tools fail to do the job, then surgery is the only option left. Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction should not be avoided and precautionary measures should be taken from the beginning itself so that it is cured early and doesn’t become severe.

What causes posterior tibial tendonitis?

There are no specifically exclusive causes of this disease but simply overuse can be considered to be one of the prime reasons. Usually, athletes are more prone to such dysfunctional diseases as they’re physically very active. Especially the football players or runners who practice day and night but lack proper calcium or phosphorus-based diets can end up being a patient of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction.

Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction Symptoms:

Its symptoms are like any other joint-related disease.

• Excessive pain in the foot and ankle region due to the inflammation of the surrounding connective tissue.
• Pain becomes immense as the posterior tibial tendon dysfunction stages begin to become severe day by day.
• The heel bone is seen to shift from its original position as the foot collapses.

Treatment Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction :

Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction can either be cured through surgery or by non-surgical methods.

Non-surgical treatment involves complete rest i.e. refraining from any such activities that involve the foot or ankle region. Walking should be done at a very slow pace so that the feet experience the least amount of pressure. Slow exercises or yoga can be of great help to provide the foot with the room and time it needs for slow movements.

Massaging the foot with an ice pack at least 4-5 times a day for 15 minutes can help in reducing the swelling and releasing pain. Medications like pain killers and anti-inflammatory drugs are also given to patients so that they can relax and sleep peacefully. Orthotics and braces are tools that are worn over the ankle to keep it in shape and reduce swelling. Physical therapies like massages are also given to patients during the earlier stages.

However, not all surgeries result in the successful vanishing of pain and swelling; therefore, you should consult with an experienced and competent orthopaedic. Dr Chirag Patel is the best orthopaedic in Mumbai.

He has been successful at surgeries and cured hundreds of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction causes. You can contact him via email or directly speak to him through his contact number. You can also go and personally meet him, discuss your disease with him and get it cured.