One of the most common problems encountered in the foot, as well as one of the most misdiagnosed, is posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, also referred to as PTTD.

Background Tendon abnormalities are prevalent among both elite and non-elite athletes. Cross-sectional imaging modalities are used to confirm and evaluate the severity of such lesions. Aim To describe ...

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Shin splints are caused by stress on your shinbone and the connective tissues that attach muscles to your bones, causing inflammation and pain in the shins.

This is underscored by recent articles describing clinical evidence and guidelines for plantar fasciitis, 9 as well as posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, 10 medial tibial stress syndrome 11 and ...