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 ...

In this month’s 4 Questions, Carol C. Frey, MD, shares her extensive experience on posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Orthopedic surgeons frequently see posterior tibial tendon dysfunction in ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Weight-bearing anteroposterior foot radiography may better predict the prognosis of patients with posterior ...

Flat feet, considered the most common foot deformity, affects 60 million people in the United States – about 25 percent of Americans. Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction results from flat feet or may ...

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 ...

Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is a leading cause of adult-acquired flatfoot deformity and is often associated with chronic pain, instability, and functional decline. Surgical reconstruction ...

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” ...