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Physiotherapist - Answered on Sep 09, 2025

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan is a senior consultant physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience specialising in orthopaedic and paediatric physiotherapy.
He has served as a technical consultant for the World Health Organisation, the United Nations, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences and several national and international NGOs.
Besides physiotherapy, he is keenly interested in disability management, early intervention, geriatric care and assisting children with disabilities.
Dr Khan has a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from the Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College in Wardha, Maharashtra, a master's degree in disability rehabilitation administration from the National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped, Secunderabad, and a PhD in disability management from Bangalore University.... more

Question by Mohamed on Aug 17, 2025Hindi

Hi There, I have been suffering from Peroneal Tendon on my left food for the past 1.3 years. Initially, it was referred as Uric Acid level being high by one of the Orthos. But later i realised that it is a peroneal Tendon . Pain on the 5th metatarsal bone. I have completed taking T-Bone for 1 month and T-Bone Max for 1 month along with some painkillers. My condition is improved now, still if i walk for 15 minustes, that area is paining. I have been suggessted to do some strethcing also for improving tendon flexibility. I am doing calf stretches daily. Will this condition ever improve? I was using Electric Foot Massager for some time before this issue started. Doctor requested to stop using any type foot massager that may have caused my condition and damaged 5th metatarsal bone. I am just managing my pain with a foot brace while going out.

Ans: Dear Mr. Mohamed, thank you for sharing your concerns, and I’m sorry to hear about the discomfort you’ve been facing. From your description, it seems that your peroneal tendon has been under strain for quite a long time, which is why the pain has not completely settled despite medications and supplements. The next important step would be to visit a physiotherapist in person, as they can examine your foot thoroughly and identify whether the pain is mainly from the tendon, the 5th metatarsal, or both. Based on their assessment, they can design a treatment plan suited to your condition. While calf stretches and gentle mobility work may help, I would not advise doing them unsupervised because the wrong technique can sometimes make tendon pain worse. A physiotherapist can guide you through controlled stretches, strengthening, and balance training that improve flexibility while protecting the tendon. They may also use specific modalities to relieve pain and promote healing. Until then, continuing to use your brace is wise, as it provides stability and prevents further irritation. With a structured rehabilitation program and regular follow-up, your condition can definitely improve over time.

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