Definition Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a painful foot condition in which the tibial nerve is compressed as it travels through the tarsal tunnel producing pain and sometimes numbness distal

Definition Sinus tarsi syndrome is characterized by lateral rearfoot pain at the sinus tarsi, its ligaments, and the peroneal tendons. Overview Sinus tarsi syndrome most often occurs after an inversion

Definition Sesamoiditis is inflammation and pain of the sesamoid apparatus under the first metatarsal head. Overview Sesamoiditis occurs when repetitive or excessive pressure is placed on the sesamoid bones, eroding the dorsal cartilage

Definition Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a tendinopathy which may be due to chronic overpronation or overstretching of the posterior tibialis tendon. Overview Although the posterior tibialis tendon plays

Definition Plantar fasciitis is a generic term to describe mechanically induced heel and arch pain. Overview Plantar fasciitis occurs when tension within the plantar fascia increases. This tension is commonly

Definition Plantar fasciitis is a generic term for mechanically induced heel and arch pain. Overview Plantar fasciitis occurs when tension within the plantar fascia increases. This tension is commonly caused

Definition A foot with an excessively high arch. Overview Pes cavus occurs in up to 15% of the population, of which 60% will develop foot pain (Burns 2005). Common complaints

Definition Pediatric flatfoot is a pathology that is characterized by a low, longitudinal medial arch and everted calcaneus. It is often accompanied by the presence of equinus. Pediatric flatfoot is commonly classified