Achilles Tendonitis

Written By Woojung Lee

What causes Achilles Tendonitis?

Achilles tendonitis is an inflammation of Achilles tendon which connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. It’s common in runners and middle aged people who enjoys sports on the weekend so called “weekend warriors.” It often results from microtears that occur in the tendon during strenuous, high impact exercise, such as running. In severe cases, Achilles tendon may rupture which would require a surgical repair.

How is Achilles Tendonitis treated?

  • Stretching

  • RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)

  • Custom inserts (3D scan)

  • Heel lifts

  • Physical therapy

  • EPAT therapy (Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment) also known as shock wave therapy

  • NSAIDS

  • Night splint

  • Walking boot

  • Ankle brace/offloading devices

  • Non-steroidal injection

  • Surgical repair

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