Nerve-entrapment syndromes of the lower extremity are not as common as those in the upper extremity. Consequently, several of these peripheral compression pathologies may be mistaken for more frequently occurring conditions, such as herniated discs in the lumbar region. Awareness of these problems is important to accurately identify the nature of the client’s condition. One such nerve-compression pathology is tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS). It is not as common as carpal tunnel syndrome, and many consider it relatively rare. However, identification of its possible presence is important as inappropriate massage techniques may aggravate the condition.

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