Peroneal tendonitis occurs when the peroneal tendons become inflamed. This happens when there is an increased load and overuse of the tendons, leading to them rubbing on the bone. This friction ...

The peroneal tendons are the tendons that connect the muscles of the outer side of the lower leg to the foot. These tendons may be affected by inflammation (tendonitis) or tears. Learn more about ...

This type of tendonitis is most often felt on the outer ankle and gets worse with activity Peroneal tendonitis, or an inflammation of the peroneal tendons, often presents as pain that is felt on ...

Achilles tendinopathy is the preferred term for persistent Achilles tendon pain and loss of function related to mechanical loading. Peroneal (fibularis) tendinopathy is the preferred term for ...

Magnetic resonance imaging is the best imaging modality to view the peroneal tendons at the retrofibular groove. Currently, point-of-care ultrasound is gaining clinical ground, especially for the ...