Anterior Tibialis Tendinitis

Definition:
Inflammation of the tendons attached to the anterior tibialis
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in front of the shin, ankle, and foot
  • Pain with walking, running, or kicking an object with toes pointed
  • Point tender on the anterior tibialis
Causes
  • Excessive walking or running
  • Repetitive kicking an object with toes pointed
  • Excessive rubbing of tight shoe laces over the anterior tibialis
  • Tightness in calves or anterior tibialis
  • Muscle weakness in lower leg
  • Improper gait or running mechanics
Treatment
  • Soft tissue massage and stretching
  • Ankle ROM
  • Calf stretching
  • Correct gait and running mechanics
  • Exercises to improve strength and balance
Anterior Tibialis 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

Anterior Tibialis Tendinitis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises

  • Heel Offs

  • Backwards Step Ups

  • Backwards Walk
  • Step Overs In Mase

  • Single Leg Squat And Touch

Anterior Tibialis 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