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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

A condition in which the tibial nerve is compressed in the tarsal tunnel on the inner ankle, causing numbness, burning and pain in the sole. It is the foot's version of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Expert VerifiedHyo-seop KimChief Director

Q. Burning and tingling on sole of foot — is this tarsal tunnel?

Possibly — burning/tingling sensation is classic tarsal tunnel symptom.

📝 Detailed Answer

Tarsal tunnel symptoms: ① burning, tingling, numbness in sole/heel, ② worse with prolonged standing or activity, ③ may radiate to toes, ④ different from plantar fasciitis (which is sharp heel pain), ⑤ NCV studies distinguish. Don't confuse with peripheral neuropathy.

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