Flexor Digitorum Longus Tendinitis
Definition:
Inflammation of the tendons attached to the flexor digitorum longus.
Symptoms:
- Pain in the bottom of the toes, near ball of foot
- Pain with running, jumping, hopping
- Stiffness in the mornings
- Point tender on tendon
Causes:
- Repetitive toe flexion (Ballet dancers)
- Traumatic high force toe extension
- Gradual wear and tear
- Excessive running
Treatment:
- ROM and stretching exercises
- Soft tissue massage
- Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
- Calf stretching
Phase 1
Phase 2
Single Leg Squat And Touch
Phase 3
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