Peroneal Tendinosis Treatment in New York, NY

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If you are experiencing pain or swelling in the back or outside of your ankle, you may have peroneal tendinosis. Our ankle specialists have in-depth experience treating peroneal tendinosis in New York, NY. We can help diagnose your unique case and determind if your pain is a result of peroneal tendinosis or another ankle condition. Once your condition has been properly diagnosed, we will help you get on the road to recovery and back to a pain-free lifestyle.

What Is Peroneal Tendinosis?

The peroneal tendon runs along the back of your ankle, connecting the muscle to the bone. When you overuse or overexert your peroneal tendon, the tendon begins to thicken or swell. This condition is known as Peroneal tendinosis. In the past, this type of problem has been misnamed peroneal tendonitis. However, since the tendon typically thickens and has not been invaded by inflammatory cells, tendinosis is the more correct term for this condition.

Causes & Symptoms of Peroneal Tendinosis

Patients with peroneal tendinosis typically describe having increased the amount or intensity of exercise prior to their injury. Exercise that involves intense use of the ankle, such as running for extended periods of time, and poor shoe choices increase the risk of peroneal tendinosis. Some common symptoms of this condition include pain around the outside and back of the ankle, and pain when turning your ankle inward. Dr. Nick or Dr. Bernatsky will determine if you have peroneal tendinosis during your initial evaluation.

Treatments for Peroneal Tendinosis

There are a series of at-home treatment options to relieve the pain of peroneal tendinosis, including resting the ankle, wearing an ankle brace, or using a walking boot. It's also important to evaluate the state of your footwear and exercise routine to identify ways to avoid a recurrence of your ankle pain in the future. In more severe cases, ankle surgery may be necessary if your pain does not resolve or if there is a tear in the peroneal tendon. It is critical that you get treatment for peroneal tendinosis immediately. If you delay treatment, your problem could lead to a torn tendon, ankle sprain, or chronic ankle instability.

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