Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome is an injury of the tibial nerve as it passes through a tunnel formed by the
bones near the arch of your foot. Excessive pronation (which is when the foot rolls inward for a longer
than normal portion of the running cycle), weight gain, or inward
sprain of the foot may cause this injury. Typically you’ll feel pain deep in the arch and you may have a burning
or tingling sensation associated with it. Sometimes, if
you tap on the location of the nerve it will reproduce your symptoms.
Arch Supports, or orthotics (custom foot
supports) may be able to position the foot in a way that reduces
strain on the nerve.
A physical therapist can use a treatment called iontophoresis, which is the use of electrical current to apply
a steroid medication over the inflamed nerve.
An anti-inflammatory cream may help reduce the pain and inflammation. ProZ is a new product that contains ibuprofen
as well as a blend of homeopathic remedies.
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome is an injury of the tibial nerve as it passes through a tunnel formed by the
bones near the arch of your foot. Excessive pronation (which is when the foot rolls inward for a longer
than normal portion of the running cycle), weight gain, or inward
sprain of the foot may cause this injury. Typically you’ll feel pain deep in the arch and you may have a burning
or tingling sensation associated with it. Sometimes, if
you tap on the location of the nerve it will reproduce your symptoms. 