Purpose of the Assessment
- To determine the extent of posterior tibial nerve compression.
- To differentiate between Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome and Plantar Fasciitis.
- To establish a treatment plan involving therapy or surgical intervention.
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Do you experience numbness or tingling in your foot? Our Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome assessment accurately identifies posterior tibial nerve compression to provide the right treatment plan and restore your pain-free mobility.
Scientific name: Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Diagnostic Assessment
A comprehensive clinical evaluation involving motor and neurological tests to detect tibial nerve compression within the tarsal tunnel, helping diagnose chronic foot pain and numbness effectively.
Service type
Orthopedic Clinical Assessment
Duration
30-45 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Manual Clinical Examination
- Tinel's Nerve Sign Test
- Foot Range of Motion Assessment
Medical Service Information
Symptoms Requiring This Test
- Tingling or numbness in the heel and sole of the foot.
- Burning pain that worsens with walking or prolonged standing.
- Numbness in the toes or weakness in the foot muscles.
What Happens During the Session?
- Review of medical history and previous injuries.
- Applying pressure to the nerve to trigger symptoms (Tinel's Test).
- Testing muscle strength and neurological reflexes in the foot.
Conditions & Notices
- Bring previous medical reports or X-rays if available
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