Diagnosis is based upon physical examination findings. Patients' pain history and a positive Tinel's sign are the first steps in evaluating the possibility of<unk> . X-ray can rule out fracture. MRI can assess for space occupying lesions or other causes of nerve compression. Ultrasound can assess for synovitis or ganglia. Nerve conduction studies alone are not, but they may be used to confirm the suspected clinical diagnosis. Common causes include trauma, varicose veins, neuropathy and space-occupying anomalies within the<unk><unk> .<unk>  is also known to affect both athletes and individuals that stand a lot. A Neurologist or a Physiatrist usually administers nerve conduction tests or supervises a trained technologist. During this test, electrodes are placed at various spots along the nerves in the legs and feet. Both sensory and motor nerves are tested at different locations. Electrical impulses are sent through the nerve and the speed and intensity at which they travel is measured. If there is compression in the<unk> , this can be confirmed and pinpointed with this test. Some doctors do not feel that this test is necessarily a reliable way to rule out<unk> . Some research indicates that nerve conduction tests will be normal in at least 50% of the cases. Given the unclear role of electrodiagnostics in the diagnosis of<unk> , efforts have been made in the medical literature to determine which nerve conduction studies are most sensitive and specific for tibial mononeuropathy at the level of the<unk><unk> . An evidence-based practice topic put forth by the professional organization, the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine has determined that Level C, Class III evidence exists for the use of tibial motor nerve conduction studies, medial and lateral plantar mixed nerve conduction studies, and medial and lateral plantar sensory nerve conduction studies. The role of needle electromyography remains less defined.<unk>  <unk>  is most closely related to Carpal<unk>  Syndrome (CTS). However, the commonality to its counterpart is much less or even rare in prevalence Studies have found that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) show signs of distal limb neuropathy. The posterior tibial nerve serves victim to peripheral neuropathy and often show signs of<unk>  amongst RA patients. Therefore,<unk>  is a common discovery found in the autoimmune disorder of rheumatoid arthritis Increased pressure and high loads on the ankle joint can cause<unk> , as can smaller than normal shoes. In this picture, most of the load is placed upon the knee and ankle joint.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome
Heel pad syndrome
Radial tunnel syndrome
Ulnar tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Anterior interosseous syndrome
Anterior compartment syndrome
Löfgren syndrome