Extensor Digitorum Longus Tendinitis

Definition:
Inflammation of the tendons attached to the extensor digitorum longus.

Symptoms
  • Pain on the top of the foot
  • Pain worse with running
  • Swelling on the top of the foot
  • Pain with curling toes
Causes
  • Overuse
  • Badly fitting shoes
  • Faulty gait pattern
  • Tight calf muscles
  • Excessive running
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching exercises
  • Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Gait pattern correction
  • Running pattern correction
Extensor Digitorum 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

Extensor Digitorum Longus Tendinitis Phase II

Purchase Phase

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

Extensor Digitorum 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