Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a compressive neuropathy of the posterior tibial nerve as it passes through the tarsal tunnel the fibro-osseous canal on the medial ankle bordered by the flexor retinaculum and the underlying bones of the ankle and hindfoot. Compression of the posterior tibial nerve within this confined space produces the characteristic symptom complex of burning pain, tingling, numbness, and electric shock sensations along the medial ankle, plantar heel, and sole symptoms that follow the sensory distribution of the medial and lateral plantar nerves and the calcaneal branches, providing the anatomical roadmap our clinicians use to localize the compression site. Tarsal tunnel syndrome is consistently among the most frequently misdiagnosed foot conditions in NYC its symptoms overlap significantly with plantar fasciitis, peripheral neuropathy, and radiculopathy, leading many patients through months of misdirected treatment before receiving an accurate diagnosis. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC tarsal tunnel specialists perform electrodiagnostic nerve conduction studies, Tinel’s sign testing, and diagnostic ultrasound to confirm nerve compression and identify the causative structure space-occupying lesion, varicosity, fibrosis, or biomechanical impingement before initiating any treatment.
At Healthy Feet Podiatry, tarsal tunnel syndrome treatment is matched to compression severity, causative etiology, and degree of neurological involvement. Conservative management — appropriate for mild-to-moderate TTS without significant nerve damage — incorporates custom orthotics with medial arch support to reduce hindfoot valgus and decompress the tarsal tunnel passively, corticosteroid injection into the tarsal tunnel to reduce perineural inflammation, activity modification to eliminate repetitive ankle motion that exacerbates nerve compression, and physical therapy targeting posterior tibial nerve mobilization and intrinsic foot muscle preservation. Surgical tarsal tunnel release — division of the flexor retinaculum with decompression of all three tibial nerve branches — is coordinated for patients with moderate-to-severe nerve conduction abnormalities, space-occupying lesions requiring excision, or persistent symptoms after six months of structured conservative treatment. Early treatment initiation is critical in TTS — prolonged nerve compression produces axonal damage that becomes progressively less reversible over time.
Healthy Feet Podiatry serves tarsal tunnel syndrome patients across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island with the diagnostic precision and treatment depth that a compressive peripheral neuropathy demands. Our NYC tarsal tunnel doctors have managed the full spectrum of TTS presentations — from mild early-stage compression responding completely to orthotics and injection, to severe long-standing cases with documented nerve conduction delay requiring surgical decompression. We accept most major insurance plans and offer same-week appointments for new tarsal tunnel patients. If burning, tingling, or numbing foot pain has been limiting your daily life in NYC and prior treatment hasn’t resolved it, Healthy Feet Podiatry is your most direct path to an accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan that addresses the nerve — not just the symptoms.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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