Tears of the posterior tibialis tendon are one of the most common problems of the foot and ankle. This occurs when the posterior tibialis tendon becomes inflamed or torn. As a result of this, the ...

One of the most common problems encountered in the foot, as well as one of the most misdiagnosed, is posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, also referred to as PTTD. The posterior tibial tendon plays a ...

Recently our office examined a local high school female cross country runner. She was in her first race and suffering from posterior tibial dysfunction. This condition is one of the most common ...

Ice can help reduce swelling in posterior tibial tendonitis. Anti-inflammatory medications can reduce inflammation around the tendon. Orthotics and physical therapy are important early treatments.

SANTA MONICA, Calif. and PENSACOLA, Fla., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Physicians from University Foot & Ankle Institute, in collaboration with Regenative Labs, announced the publication of a ...

The posterior tibial tendon plays a major role in foot function. Its role is to help maintain the arch of the foot while we are standing and when we are walking. The posterior tibial muscle is “deep” ...