Tarsal Tunnel syndrome

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NORD is very grateful to John G. Kennedy, MD, Attending Orthopaedic Surgeon, and Niall A. Smyth, MD, Research Fellow, Hospital for Special Surgery, for assistance in the preparation of this report.

Synonyms of Tarsal Tunnel syndrome

entrapment neuropathy - tibial nerve

Disorder Subdivisions

No subdivisions found.

General Discussion

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a rare disorder caused by damage to the tibial nerve or its branches, usually due to compression as it passes through the tarsal tunnel (entrapment neuropathy). The tarsal tunnel is a narrow passageway bound by bone and soft tissue that lies on the inside of the ankle. The tibial nerve (as well as certain blood vessels and tendons) passes through the tarsal tunnel. However, the term tarsal tunnel syndrome is often broadly applied to any pain along the tibial nerve, which can result from a multitude of causes. Individuals with tarsal tunnel syndrome may experience pain, burning, or a tingling sensation along the tibial nerve.

Organizations related to Tarsal Tunnel syndrome

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