Tarsal tunnel syndrome caused by synovial sheath ganglion cysts

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Burning sensation at the medial ankle, pain and numbness at the sole of the foot, radiating to the big toe.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female

Ganglion cysts in the tarsal tunnel, apparently arising from the deep flexor tendon sheaths and displacing the medial plantar nerve.

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