Calcaneal Cuboid Joint Arthralgia

Pain at the level of the calcaneal cuboid joint. The calcaneal cuboid joint is one of the  anatomic joints of the functional midtarsal joint.

Symptoms

• Pain to the outside portion of the foot noted with initial rising from a sitting position


• Pain improves after warm-up period


• No associated swelling


• Increase pain with barefoot walking


• No associated swelling of the painful region of the foot


Radiology

• Not helpful unless clinical arthritis is suspected

Treatment

• Use of over the counter or custom orthotic

• Use of supportive shoe with pronation control features including supportive midarch, torsional stability and rigid heel counters

• No barefoot walking during recovery period


• Non-steroidal antinflammatory medications


• Temporary CAM boot if pain is severe












Select a View

The first step is to determine where the affected area is on the foot, and choose the appropriate foot view below that best shows that area.

Schedule an Appointment

Please call 805.543.7788 for San Luis Obispo, 805.434.2009 for Templeton, or email us to request an appointment.