Tarsal Tunnel Treatment

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Tarsal Tunnel Treatment
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Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a result of the
compression or squeezing of nerves in the ankle
region know as the tarsal tunnel.
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When these nerves are squeezed or compressed it
causes a numb, tingling, burning sensation which
over time can result in a shooting pain along the
back of the leg and heel.
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What Causes Tarsal Tunnel Pain?

• The tarsal tunnel is a small space inside your
  ankle next to the ankle bone where a number of
  nerves and arteries are covered and protected by
  a ligament covering the space.
• When this space is squeezed or compressed it puts
  pressure on the nerves running through the tarsal
  tunnel area in your ankle. This causes tingling,
  numbness and pain in the ankle and heel area of
  the foot.

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Tarsal tunnel syndrome is can be caused by any
action that puts pressure or compression on the
back of the heel and ankle region.
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Common causes include

• Flat feet and a low arch can put stress on the
  nerves in the foot
• Ankle injuries, varicose veins, or swollen
  tendons can put pressure on the nerves
• Swelling produced from ankle and heel injuries
  can put pressure on the nerve
• Disease such as arthritis, diabetes can also lead
  to tarsal tunnel

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Treatment for Tarsal Tunnel

• Tarsal Tunnel treatment options may vary based on
  the length of time and the severity of the foot
  condition at the time of diagnosis.
• While treatment will vary from person to person,
  tarsal tunnel is commonly treated by cutting back
  on activities that put strain on your feet,
  changing shoes in combination with shoe supports
  and inserts, padding and taping your foot to
  alleviate pressure and pain, medication to help
  control pain, and prescription or orthotic
  devices to help with mobility.

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Additional treatments may include

• Staying off your feet, giving them a chance to
  rest
• Applying ice to reduce swelling and compression
  of the nerves
• Anti-inflammatory medications to alleviate
  swelling
• Physical therapy, exercise and training may be
  prescribed

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• TX 75093
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