Answering Common Questions About Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition that affects the foot and ankle. Your tarsal tunnel is a passage of bones and ligaments in your ankle. The most common symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome are foot and ankle pain and a burning or tingling feeling in the bottom of your feet or your toes. At John J. Giovanelli, DC, PC, our chiropractor Dr. Giovanelli specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the hands, feet, ankles, wrists, elbows, neck, back, and shoulder. Our team can provide an official diagnosis of tarsal tunnel syndrome and provide personalized tarsal tunnel syndrome treatment in Peachtree City, GA. Read through the answers to these common questions about the condition and then call to make an appointment.
What Causes Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?
Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when there is damage to your tibial nerve. You might suffer from tibial nerve damage due to high arches, flat feet, an ankle or foot injury, cysts or growths, masses, or certain chronic health conditions.
What Are the Main Symptoms of Tarsal Tunnel?
Because tarsal tunnel is caused by nerve damage, the condition causes nerve symptoms. This includes:
- Ankle pain
- Pain on the bottoms of your feet
- A burning or itching sensation
- A tingling or pins and needles sensation
- Weakness of the foot muscles
How Can You Treat Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome at Home?
You can reduce symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome by resting your feet, using ice packs, elevating your feet, and wearing an elastic bandage or brace around your ankle.
What Treatment Options Are There for Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?
Dr. Giovanelli and his team can offer therapeutic and chiropractic tarsal tunnel syndrome treatment options. We will recommend a combination of therapies to offer you the best chances of a successful recovery. We may recommend custom orthotics or braces to relieve pain and pressure on your tibial nerve while you heal. Additional therapies that will reduce symptoms of tarsal tunnel are physical therapy, shockwave therapy, and chiropractic care.
Explore Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment
Dr. Giovanelli and his team can assess your symptoms, provide a diagnosis of tarsal tunnel syndrome, and design an individualized treatment plan that helps you get back to your regular life. Our goal is to relieve your pain and restore your function and mobility while reducing your risk of future symptoms. Request your appointment to start your treatment plan.
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