Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome


Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome


What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?



What causes it?


  • A person with flat feet is at risk for developing tarsal tunnel syndrome, because the      outward tilting of the heel that occurs can produce strain and compression on the nerve.

What will happen if I leave it untreated?

If left untreated the condition can progress and in some cases it may result in permanent nerve damage.

What can help?

There are a variety of treatment options which can help to treat Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome:

  • Rest and Ice. Staying off the foot prevents further injury and encourages healing. Applying an ice pack wrapped in a towel to the affected area can help to ease the pain.

What are the treatment options?


Your Podiatrist may also recommend strengthening and stretching exercises once the pain has subsided.

A  corticosteroid injection  may be considered if conservative treatments have failed to improve the symptoms. Surgery may be considered as a final resort.