Description...

Peroneal tendonitis is the inflammation or straining of the peroneal tendons, which stabilize and protect the ankle. Most cases of peroneal tendonitis accrue over time through overuse or repetitive activities. The peroneal tendons can also become inflamed as a result of sudden trauma or force.

Treatment...

Most cases of peroneal tendonitis will heal without surgery.  This is an overuse injury and can heal with sufficient rest. However, it can sometimes take up to a year for a full recovery.

• Limit the amount of walking until the pain has subsided.

• Wear an iGO Ankle Wraparound or an iGO Elastic Ankle Support to immobilize the ankle, allowing it to heal and protecting it against re-injury.

• Purchase new shoes.

• For running or cross training, alternate activities every other day.

• Exercise daily to stretch and strengthen the muscles and tendons in the foot and ankle.

At-Home Exercises...

Ankle/Foot Up/Downs:

Sit on a bed with your foot and ankle off the end of the bed. Slowly move your ankle and foot up and down as far as possible without pain. Aim for no more than a mild to moderate stretch. Repeat 10-20 times, as long as there is no increase in symptoms.

Ankle/Foot In/Outs:

While sitting, move your foot and ankle in and out as far as possible without pain. Aim for no more than a mild to moderate stretch. Repeat 10-20 times, as long as there is no increase in symptoms.