What is posterior tibial tendon dysfunction?
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is a disorder affecting the foot, causing progressive flatfoot. The condition occurs when the tendon becomes inflamed or ruptured resulting in a lack of stability and support in the foot. Treatment includes orthotic devices, medications, and/or physical therapy.
How do members experience posterior tibial tendon dysfunction?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with posterior tibial tendon dysfunction*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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Pain when walking
How bad it is
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for posterior tibial tendon dysfunction*
Who has posterior tibial tendon dysfunction on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 6 | |
| 70+ | 5 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | |
| Female | 15 |