Treatment and Home Remedies
Peroneal tendon subluxation or dislocation do not usually require surgery. Resting the affected ankle, placing alternate ice or warm compress, elevating the affected leg above the heart level, and taking over-the-counter pain medications such as Ibuprofen are some things that can be done to manage the injury at home.
Injury to the peroneal tendons may heal within two to four weeks. Once the pain and swelling subside, physical therapy intervention focusing on strengthening and restoring function can begin.
Physical therapy aims to strengthen the muscles of the legs and ankles, restore normal ankle range of motion, improve balance reactions, and facilitate general body conditioning to help the individual return to their daily activities and prevent reinjury.
In cases where the peroneal retinaculum is severely torn, surgical intervention may be required to repair the band and the tendons if they are damaged.
After surgery, when healing is complete, physical therapy will also be recommended focusing on muscle strengthening and re-education, improving flexibility, and facilitating joint conservation techniques.
Dr Aarti is an MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery) from Baroda Medical College (The Maharaja Sayajirao University, Baroda). Dr. Aarti has also completed her Masters of Medical Science and Technology from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.