Tarsal tunnel syndrome, first described in 1962, is a relatively common compression neuropathy of the posterior tibial nerve as it passes through the tarsal tunnel. Tibial nerve compression results in pain and/or paresthesia radiating into the plantar arch and heel. Tarsal tunnel syndrome may be under-diagnosed as it sometimes mimics plantar fasciitis or heel spurs.
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Ulnar nerve entrapment at the elbow is often referred to as “Cubital Tunnel Syndrome.” Cubital tunnel syndrome is second only to carpal tunnel syndrome as a leading compressive neuropathy (1).
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What is arthrography? The original arthrogram studies that predated MRI utilized plain film x-ray after the injection of contrast material into a joint. This type of arthrogram suffers the same deficiencies when compared to MRI imaging, as does plain film x-ray in comparison to MRI.
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Meralgia paresthetica (MP) is an often missed diagnosis for tingling, numbness, and burning pain on the anterolateral thigh.
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Current literature suggests that up to 83% of individuals involved in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) suffer a whiplash injury (1). Greater than 50% of those injured report ongoing neck pain one year after the accident (2). Of those experiencing neurologic signs post-MVA, up to 90% may be symptomatic after one year (2).
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A callus is a raised outgrowth of skin formed of harder, thicker skin cells (keratin). Our body responds to frequent and/or sustained abrasion at pressure points by developing calluses to protect the skin from damage and breakdown.
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Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a common condition that develops when the distal portion of the ITB rubs against the lateral epicondyle of the femur, causing irritation and subsequent inflammation of the ITB.
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