Peroneal Tendon Pain in Glasgow
Peroneal tendon pain can be frustrating when it affects walking, running, shoes or day-to-day confidence. At The Hub Glasgow, the aim is to work out what is actually driving the problem and give you a sensible next step.
What it can feel like
Pain often sits behind or below the outside ankle and may worsen with running, walking on camber or side-to-side movements.
Common causes
- Peroneal tendon overload
- Ankle instability
- Training surface changes
- Footwear changes
- Reduced calf and foot capacity
How we assess it
Assessment may include checking the painful area, skin and nails, joint movement, strength, walking pattern, footwear, pressure points and whether gait analysis, diagnostic ultrasound or onward referral would be useful.
Treatment options
- Tendon assessment
- Load and terrain advice
- Strength progression
- Footwear review
- Diagnostic ultrasound guidance where needed
Questions people often ask
When should I get peroneal tendon pain checked?
Book an assessment if symptoms are getting worse, changing how you walk, stopping activity, recurring after rest or making normal shoes uncomfortable.
Will I need orthotics or imaging?
Not always. Orthotics, imaging or shockwave are only useful for certain problems. The first job is to identify the likely source of pain and the load or pressure keeping it irritated.