What is the tarsal tunnel syndrome?

See below: The tarsal tunnel syndrome is a fairly unusual condition in which the tibial nerve which runs along the inside of the ankle becomes compressed by the connective tissue that holds it in place. The symptoms are aching pain and numbness usually in the sole of the foot. Sometimes surgery is needed.

Compression: Compression neuropathy of the tibial nerve.

Nerve irritation : When the nerve on the inner ankle (posterior tibial) or one of its branches gets irritated via compression or stretching. The pressure will irritate the nerve with a resultant pain described as numbness, tingling, shooting typr pain and discomfort. The irritation can be felt local and sometimes as far as the toes...

Nerve entrapment: Tarsal tunnel is a nerve entrapment which is anatomically similar to the carpal tunnel in the wrist.