What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?
Tarsal tunnel syndrome is a condition due to repeated pressure that causes damage on the posterior tibial nerve. The tibial nerve runs from the leg down into the feet.
There are many cases among children and teenagers that experience pains in their lower extremities that may cause malalignment problems as well.
What causes these growing pains?
What are common symptoms?
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