Which condition is NOT associated with the inflammation of soft tissues around the foot?

Mallet toe is a condition characterized by the abnormal flexion of the distal phalanx of a toe, which typically occurs due to a muscle imbalance or injury to the toe itself. It does not directly involve inflammation of the surrounding soft tissues, such as tendons or fascia, which are commonly affected in other conditions related to the foot.

In contrast, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and peroneal tendinitis all involve inflammation of soft tissues. Plantar fasciitis specifically refers to the inflammation of the plantar fascia, which supports the arch of the foot. Achilles tendonitis involves inflammation of the Achilles tendon, connecting the calf muscles to the heel. Peroneal tendinitis refers to inflammation of the peroneal tendons, which run along the outside of the ankle and foot.

Thus, mallet toe stands apart as it does not have an inflammatory component affecting the surrounding soft tissues, making it the condition that is not associated with inflammation in this particular context.