Anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome. This is caused by compression of the deep peroneal nerve at the ankle. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Pathology
- This is caused by compression of the deep peroneal nerve at the ankle
- The compression is beneath the crural cruciate ligament
Causes of compression
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Clinical features
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Associated features
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Treatment
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References
- Liveson JA. Peripheral Neurology: Case Studies. Third edition. Oxford University Press Oxford 2000 p304-305.
- Brazis PW, Masdeu JC, Biller J. Localization in Clinical Neurology. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Philadelphia 2007 p62.
- Mumenthaler M, Mattle H, Taub E. Neurology 4th edition. Thieme Stuttgart 2004 p796.
- DiDomenico LA, Masternick EB. Anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome. Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2006; 23:611-620.
- Reed SC, Wright CS. Compression of the deep branch of the peroneal nerve by the extensor hallucis brevis muscle: a variation of the anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome. Can J Surg 1995; 38:545-546.
