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Barefoot Training In The Rehabilitation Of Stage Ii Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction: A Case Report, Matthew Heindel
Barefoot Training In The Rehabilitation Of Stage Ii Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction: A Case Report, Matthew Heindel
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Background and Purpose: This case report explored the inclusion of barefoot training with intrinsic foot musculature strengthening a patient with stage II posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction (PTTD). Barefoot training and intrinsic musculature strengthening have been effective interventions for other ailments but have yet to be included in rehabilitating PTTD. Therefore, the purpose of this case report was to examine barefoot training with foot intrinsic musculature strengthening within a comprehensive physical therapy (PT) plan of care (POC) for stage II PTTD. Case Description: The patient was a 39-year-old male who presented with stage II PTTD. His goal was to run without …