In plain language
Symptoms caused by tibial nerve or branch compression in the medial ankle tunnel.
Clinical Significance & Management
No. Symptoms, medial ankle examination and alternative nerve or spinal causes must be considered. Ultrasound or MRI may help identify compression. A single test cannot establish or exclude every case.
Symptoms & Clinical Presentation
Plantar burning, tingling or numbness
Etiology & Injury Mechanisms
- Masses, swelling or mechanical factors
Diagnostics & Imaging Guide
Neurological examination; selected electrical tests and imaging
Treatment Options
Modify load and compression; assess surgery for persistent symptoms or a mass
Rehabilitation Milestones & Timeline
Rehabilitation depends on the diagnosis, procedure and associated injuries. Progression requires assessment of healing, symptoms and function; elapsed time or a single test cannot determine readiness for sport.
Progressive rehabilitation
Progress activity by sensation, strength and walking tolerance
Evidence-Based Clarifications
Burning soles also require assessment for other neuropathies.
Sources & References
Educational clinical definitions synthesized from AAOS, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, and HSS. Individual diagnosis and surgery require professional medical evaluation.
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