Peroneal Tendonitis

Description

Tendons are the ends of muscles that attach to bones. Tendonitis means there is inflammation (or irritation) of the tendon. It can be caused by using the tendon too much, an injury, or doing an activity your body isn't used to. There are two peroneal tendons in the lower leg. The peroneal tendons lay along the outer part of the lower leg, ankle and foot. Peroneal tendonitis is common in people with high-arched feet.

Symptoms

Pain at the outer part of the lower leg/ankle/foot, swelling, redness, warmth, difficulty walking, stiffness.

Treatment Options

RICE, NSAIDs, physical therapy, braces, custom orthotics, PRP and stem cell injections.

Treatment Options Description (with Duration)

As soon as you notice pain, it is important to remember RICE: Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate. If the pain has not gotten better after 2-3 days, it is time to visit a podiatrist. Depending on the severity of the condition, you may be prescribed a brace or other device to help rest your foot/ankle and limit excess movement. You may also need physical therapy for about 4-6 weeks to help with pain and swelling and also to strengthen the tendon after it has healed. For more long-term support, custom orthotics (shoe inserts) can also be made to help prevent the problem from coming back.

For our athletes and Broadway dancers, as well as for anyone who needs to get back on the field right away, our doctors may also recommend PRP and/or Stem Cell injections to not only help with pain, but also to expedite the recovery process.

Expected Outcome

If Peroneal tendonitis is caught and managed early, then further damage to the tendon can be prevented.

Quick and Total Foot Pain Relief 

If you're suffering from ankle/heel pain due to Peroneal Tendonitis, or any other foot/ankle condition, our New York foot doctors can help! Serving the Downtown and Midtown Manhattan areas of NYC, we help you get back to healthy and happy living. Call us at 917-398-3668 or book an appointment online.