Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (BRONZE) Flashcards
1
Q
What aspect of the foot does the tarsal tunnel run?
A
Medial Aspect of the ankle.
2
Q
What structures pass through the Tarsal Tunnel
A
Tom Dick Van Harry
Tibial Nerve
Tibialis Posterior Tendon
Flexor Digitorum Longus Tendon
Tibial Vein and Posterior Tibial Artery
Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon
3
Q
What structure is involved/injured?
A
Tibial nerve via compression within the tarsal tunnel
4
Q
What foot deformities can place tension on the tibial nerve?
A
Pes Planus
Hindfoot/Rearfoot Valgus (Subtalar Pronation)
5
Q
What special tests may be done to confirm diagnosis?
A
Tinel Sign, posterior to the medial malleolus
6
Q
Likely Clinical Presentation?
A
Pain, numbness, paresthesia of the foot. (Medial aspect, or plantar surface)
(Initially may be mistaken for Plantar Fasciitis)
