Therapeutische Umschau. Revue thérapeutique
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The tibialis posterior muscle is a powerful flexor and supinator of the hind foot. Considering the plantar extension of its distal tendon, it represents a true antagonist of the short peroneal muscle. It works as a dash-pot for foot pronation under load. ⋯ Treatment depends upon the stage of the lesion. Reconstruction may be performed by augmentation with the flexor digitorum longus tendon. Palliative treatment by triple arthrodesis may be performed in more advanced cases.