Big Toe Knuckle Pain: Causes & Treatment | DPM

Big toe knuckle pain causes diagnosis treatment - Balance Foot & Ankle MI

Big Toe Knuckle Pain: 7 Causes at the 1st MTP Joint With Different Treatments The 1st metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint — the “big toe knuckle” — is one of the most frequently injured and inflamed joints in the body. It bears 40-60% of body weight during the push-off phase of walking and up to 300% of … Read more

Peroneus Brevis Tendonitis 2026: Causes & Treatment

Peroneus brevis tendonitis - Causes symptoms treatment - Balance Foot & Ankle MI

Peroneus brevis tendonitis causes pain along the outer ankle that mimics a lateral ankle sprain — but the mechanism is different and the treatment that works for sprains makes peroneal tendinitis worse. Michigan podiatrist explains the peroneal stretch test and the specific fibular groove taping that offloads the tendon.

Tingling on Top of Foot: Causes & Treatment

Tingling on top of foot causes treatment - Balance Foot & Ankle Howell MI

Tingling on top of the foot is almost always caused by the extensor retinaculum compressing the deep peroneal nerve — the same nerve that skechers-style rocker sole shoes decompress. Michigan podiatrist explains the Tinel’s test location and the three-step lacing modification that resolves the paresthesia.

Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.