Tears of the posterior tibialis tendon are one of the most common problems of the foot and ankle. This occurs when the posterior tibialis tendon becomes inflamed or torn. As a result of this, the ...

Flat feet, considered the most common foot deformity, affects 60 million people in the United States – about 25 percent of Americans. Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction results from flat feet or may ...

In this month’s 4 Questions, Carol C. Frey, MD, shares her extensive experience on posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Orthopedic surgeons frequently see posterior tibial tendon dysfunction in ...

Posterior tibial tendonitis is a common problem that occurs when one of the tendons on the inner side of the ankle becomes damaged. This can lead to foot and ankle pain, as well as other issues.

One of the most common problems encountered in the foot, as well as one of the most misdiagnosed, is posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, also referred to as PTTD. The posterior tibial tendon plays a ...

Q: I am in my late 60’s, overweight and have had tendonitis in both feet for nine months. After 30 days with a boot for the worst foot, physical therapy that increased the arch of the most affected ...

The posterior tibial tendon plays a major role in foot function. Its role is to help maintain the arch of the foot while we are standing and when we are walking. The posterior tibial muscle is “deep” ...