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What's the best treatment for strained retinaculum in both feet? i've had bilateral chronic pain for 2.5 years. specialists can't diagnose/treat this.

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Diagnosis: Is this strained retinaculum or plantar fasciitis? The treatments for both are quite varied.

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Answered 2/17/2017

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Dr. Robert Lim answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Other Diagnosis: Retinaculum is a band of tissue that holds tendons in place keeping them from popping out of place when in use. You may have either a problem with the underlying tendon, joint instability or bone bruise. Usually an MRI will better clear it up. If it truly is a problem with the retinaculum such as a tear, surgery to repair it would give you the best result.

Answered 6/10/2014

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