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Posterior Tibial Tendon Pain Specialists Eugene

Inner ankle and arch pain from posterior tib tendon overload. Strength-based rehab restores support for running.

Book a PT evaluation to confirm PTTD and start a strength-based plan to restore arch support and activity tolerance.

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"After seeing multiple PTs around town, I can honestly say that my time at Zenith was invaluable. I only wish I came here sooner!"

- Morgan Eugene, Oregon

About Posterior Tibial Tendon Pain

PTTD causes inner ankle and arch pain that can worsen if ignored, especially in runners and active adults. Physical therapy uses progressive tendon and foot strengthening plus load management to improve arch support and reduce flare-ups.

Expected Recovery Window

Early stage: 6–12 weeks. Persistent cases: 12–20+ weeks.

Related Symptoms with Posterior Tibial Tendon Pain

Common Symptoms

Inner ankle pain; arch pain or fatigue; pain with standing on tiptoes; swelling along the inside of the ankle; worsening pain with long walks or runs.

Common Causes

Rapid increase in walking or running volume; weak calf and foot strength; flat foot mechanics; prolonged standing; footwear changes; prior ankle injury.

How We Treat Posterior Tibial Tendon Pain

We use progressive calf and posterior tib strength work, intrinsic foot strengthening, and gait and footwear strategies to reduce overload. We build walking and running tolerance with symptom-guided progressions.

Medical illustration of the back of the ankle with the Achilles tendon highlighted in red to show Achilles rupture.

Achilles Rupture

Achilles tendon rupture with sudden loss of push-off. Phase-based rehab rebuilds strength for sport return.

Medical illustration of the back of the ankle with the Achilles tendon highlighted in red to show Achilles rupture.

Achilles Tendinopathy

Achilles pain and stiffness with running. Progressive loading rebuilds tendon capacity for a strong return.

Side view medical illustration of an ankle and foot with the outer ankle highlighted in red to indicate a sprain.

Ankle Sprain

Rolled ankle sprain that can linger without rehab. Restore balance, strength, and confidence to prevent repeats.

Medical illustration of the forefoot with the ball of the foot highlighted in red to show pain under the front of the foot.

Ball of Foot Pain

Forefoot pain from overloaded metatarsals. Adjust load and rebuild calf and foot strength for comfortable push-off.

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Why direct care?

Your goals guide your care. Every PT visit is a full hour, one-on-one with your Doctor of Physical Therapy, with clear pricing and a plan built around your needs.

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Zenith is a direct-pay clinic. We accept HSA/FSA payments and provide superbills for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage and reimbursement vary by plan.

Book a PT evaluation to confirm PTTD and start a strength-based plan to restore arch support and activity tolerance.

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