ACHILLES TENDONITIS

Is a condition affecting the tendon formed by the calf muscles which inserts into the back of the calcaneus (heel bone). The condition can be graded and can range from mild micro tears to substantial tears in the tendon itself. This condition often affects the middle area of the tendon.

SYMPTOMS

Swollen/inflammation- middle third of tendon

Pain on palpation

Discomfort with activity

Aggravated by a flat shoe

Sore/pain in the achilles tendons

TEndon/achilles pain CAUSES

Inadequate bio mechanics

Trauma

Short calf muscle
Overtraining

TREATMENT for tendons

Strapping

Physical therapy

Heel raises

Insoles/orthoses

Stretching

Rest

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