Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles tendonitis is irritation and degeneration involving the large tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel. It frequently causes pain and stiffness behind the ankle, particularly after rest or during physical activity.
What Does Achilles Tendonitis Feel Like?
Symptoms can include pain above the heel, morning stiffness, tenderness, swelling, and discomfort when running, climbing stairs, or pushing off the foot.
Overuse, sudden training increases, tight calf muscles, footwear, and biomechanical factors can contribute.
How Is Achilles Tendonitis Treated?
Treatment depends on severity and may include temporary activity modification, supportive footwear, stretching or rehabilitation, heel support, orthotics when appropriate, medication, and other treatments.
Sudden severe pain or a popping sensation followed by weakness may indicate an Achilles rupture and requires prompt evaluation.
Achilles Tendonitis FAQs
Can I walk with Achilles tendonitis?
Some people can, but painful activity may need to be reduced. Your treatment plan should be based on the severity of the injury.
Does Achilles tendonitis heal on its own?
Mild cases may improve, but persistent symptoms should be evaluated to reduce the risk of chronic problems.
Where is Achilles tendon pain located?
It commonly occurs along the tendon above the heel or near where the tendon attaches to the heel bone.
Contact Bay Podiatry Associates
For evaluation and treatment of Achilles tendon pain, contact Bay Podiatry Associates in Brooklyn.
Bay Podiatry Associates
8635 21 St Ave Suite 1C, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Phone: (718) 266-1986
Website: baypodiatrybrooklyn.com