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A member asked:

Will shoe inserts help with my posterior tibial tendonitis?

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Maybe: Inserts can be helpful, but i find an ankle brace to be more helpful.

Answered 1/6/2012

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Dr. David Soomekh answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Yes: After the pt tendonitis heals, you will want to protect the tendon from future damage by supporting your arch and the tendon in a custom molded orthotic.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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