Talonavicular Arthritis
Comprehensive diagnosis, symptoms, causes, and treatment options
What is Talonavicular Arthritis?
Talonavicular arthritis affects the key joint in the midfoot that links the hindfoot to the forefoot, playing a central role in foot flexibility and gait. Degeneration of this joint leads to pain, stiffness, and progressive loss of smooth foot motion. Early expert care helps preserve alignment and mobility.
Symptoms
- Midfoot and inner foot pain, worsened with walking
- Pain during push-off phase of gait
- Stiffness and reduced foot flexibility
- Swelling over the dorsomedial midfoot
- Difficulty walking on uneven terrain
Causes
- Post-traumatic arthritis following midfoot or hindfoot injuries
- Long-standing flatfoot deformity
- Inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis
Treatment Options
Management is tailored to the stage of disease and lifestyle demands.
Non-Surgical Management
Custom orthotics to offload the affected joint
Targeted physiotherapy to improve foot mechanics
Anti-inflammatory medications and precision-guided injections
Supportive footwear modifications
Surgical Management
For advanced or refractory cases:
Joint-preserving procedures in early disease
Talonavicular fusion to relieve pain and restore stability
Alignment-correcting surgeries when required