Cuboid syndrome occurs due to dislocation of the cuboid bone in the middle of the foot. Learn about diagnosis, treatment, risk factors, and recovery.

If your outer foot feels tight or aches, you may have cuboid syndrome. “When [the cuboid] moves out of position, it results in tightness or stiffness,” says Dr. Hunt.

Lateral foot pain is the term used to describe pain on the outside of your foot. Many things can cause this type of pain, such as fractures, tendonitis, underlying conditions, and more.