Posterior Tibial Tendinitis

Causes of Posterior Tibial Tendinitis

Causes of posterior tibial tendinitis include the following:

Acute injuries caused by falls and athletic activities that inflame or tear the posterior tibial tendon (people who participate in high-impact activities such as basketball, soccer and tennis are particularly at risk).
Overuse – over time, the tendon may become inflamed due to activities.
Obesity, which can lead to excessive strain on the tendon, causing it to become inflamed.
Degeneration from systemic disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes or hypertension can result in inflammation of the posterior tibial tendon.