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• Tibialis Posterior Tendonitis

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Tibialis Posterior Tendonitis

This often occurs in overweight, middle aged women and men as a result of degenerative changes in the tendon. The rupture may be partial or complete with pain below or behind the inside ankle bone (medial malleolus). A flattened arch is common. Anti-inflammatory treatment (physical therapy modalities), orthoses, and surgical debridement are common treatments.

Possible Treatments

• Aerobic/Endurance Exercise 
• Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy 
• Electrotherapeutic Modalities
• Gait or Walking Training 
• Isometric Exercise 
• Proprioception Exercises 
• Physical Agents
• Soft Tissue Mobilization 
• Stretching/Flexibility Exercise 

Possible Treatment Goals

• Improve Balance
• Improve ability to bear weight/stand on the leg(s)
• Decrease Risk of Reoccurrence
• Improve Fitness
• Improve Function
• Improve Muscle Strength and Power
• Increase Oxygen to Tissues
• Improve Proprioception
• Improve Range of Motion
• Self-care of Symptoms
• Improve Tolerance for Prolonged Activities

Additional Resources

• 3d Anatomy of the calf and foot
• Ankle/Foot from Medline Plus
• Tibialis Posterior Tendonitis

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