{"id":24414,"date":"2025-07-12T11:25:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-12T08:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/utkuerdemozer.com\/tarsal-tunnel-syndrome\/"},"modified":"2025-07-14T13:07:06","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T10:07:06","slug":"tarsal-tunnel-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.utkuerdemozer.com\/en\/tarsal-tunnel-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a nerve compression disorder that occurs when the posterior tibial nerve and its branches (medial plantar, lateral plantar, and calcaneal nerves) become compressed or irritated as they pass through a narrow tunnel called the tarsal tunnel located just behind the ankle. This condition leads to symptoms such as pain, tingling, and numbness in the sole of the foot and the inner part of the ankle, significantly impacting the quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

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People with tarsal tunnel syndrome often choose medication to relieve their pain. This approach may be effective during the early and mild stages of the condition. However, as the syndrome progresses and the underlying cause remains untreated, medications often become insufficient. In such cases, surgery is planned to release the compressed nerve and its branches.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition caused by the compression of the posterior tibial nerve and its branches within a narrow channel called the tarsal tunnel, located on the inner side of the ankle. This tunnel is surrounded by connective tissue that supports the nerves and tendons. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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When the nerve is compressed or irritated, symptoms such as pain, tingling, and numbness typically develop in the sole of the foot and heel area. As the nerve compression intensifies, these symptoms can significantly affect the quality of daily life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What Causes Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Tarsal tunnel syndrome has a variety of causes, most of which involve nerve compression or irritation:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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