Anterior entrapment syndromes.
The anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome is best described as a chronic irritation or compression of the deep peroneal nerve. The pathogenesis, etiology, and diagnostic features of the anterior tarsal tunnel as it effects the foot are discussed with its complexities. Case histories are presented.
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013641:Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*