Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinitis

Definition:
Inflammation of the tendons attached to the flexor hallucis longus.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the inner ankle and travels into big toe
  • 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
Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinitis Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Posterior Tib Retraining
  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • Down Dog
  • Doorway Hamstring
  • Nose To Wall
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Stationary Bike
  • Gait Ii

Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinitis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Backwards Step Ups
  • Backwards Walk
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Single Leg Squat And Touch

Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinitis Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops