Cut‐off value for a normal posterior tibial nerve to diagnose tarsal tunnel syndrome amongst people of different race in Pretoria, South Africa
Natasha Roos,
Tintswalo Brenda Mahlaola,
Lynne Hazell
Abstract:IntroductionPosterior tibial nerve (PTN) cross‐sectional area (CSA) reference values for the diagnosis of tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) using ultrasound imaging exist in several countries but not in South Africa (SA). Therefore, the objective was to measure the CSA reference values for PTN in SA.MethodsUltrasound CSA measurements of PTN in both ankles on 112 participants were performed, the mean measurement was recorded, and the effect of race, age, gender, and body mass index (BMI) were recorded.ResultsIn this… Show more
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