Trigger Points - Tibialis Posterior
Tibialis Anterior Trigger Points - Stuart Hinds
The tibialis posterior is the deepest muscle on the back of the leg. It helps maintain the arches of the foot.
ORIGIN
Lateral part of posterior surface of tibia. Upper two-thirds of posterior surface of fibula. Most of interosseous membrane.
INSERTION
Tuberosity of navicular. By fibrous expansions to sustentaculum tali, three cuneiforms, cuboid, and bases of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th metatarsals.
ACTION
Inverts foot. Assists in plantar flexion of ankle joint. Antagonist: tibialis anterior.
Tibialis Posterior - Common Trigger Point Site
NERVE
Tibial nerve, L(4), 5, S1. BASIC FUNCTIONAL
MOVEMENT
Examples: standing on tiptoes; pushing down car pedals.
REFERRED PAIN PATTERNS
Vague calf pain, with increased intensity along achilles tendon to heel/sole of foot.
Tibialis Posterior Trigger Point - Typical Pain Pattern
INDICATIONS
Achilles tendonitis, calf/heel pain, plantar fasciitis, pain running/walking on uneven surface, Morton’s neuroma, foot numbness in patch around metatarsals, toe cramps, hammer/claw toe, tarsal tunnel syndrome.
CAUSES
Arthritic toes, poor footwear (heels) or orthotics, sports (e.g. walking, jogging, running, sprinting), prolonged driving (pedals).
DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS
Shin splints. Posterior tibial compartment syndrome (deep). Tendon rupture. Tenosynovitis. Achilles tendonitis. Deep vein thrombosis. Cardiovascular.
CONNECTIONS
Flexor digitorum longus, peroneal muscles, flexor hallucis longus
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