Product Recommendations: Achilles Tendonitis

The Achilles tendon is a large tendon that joins with the gastrocnemius and soleus muscle, and inserts into the calcaneous (heel bone) at the back of the leg. Achilles tendonitis is where the tendon becomes inflamed or begins to degenerate.

If you have Achilles tendonitis you will experience discomfort at the back of the leg which consists of a burning, shooting, or piercing pain due to the inflammation or degeneration of the Achilles tendon.

Sufferers of Achilles tendonitis often experience severe pain when they take their first few steps in the morning or after prolonged periods of sitting, with the pain lessening as they move around.

Prevention & treatment

Orthotic devices (special shoe inserts) such as heel cups and heel cradles are an effective way to treat the pain associated with Achilles tendonitis.

The orthotic lifts the heels, whilst supporting the longitudinal arch and reduces stress to the tendon. However for partial tears in the Achilles tendon an orthopaedic evaluation is recommended.

Orthopaedic or podiatric evaluation - may recommend surgery, casting or basic physiotherapy. For more online advice try the website AchillesTendon.com
Orthotic inserts for prevention and heel raises for treatment.
Adequate stretching before exercise
Reduce length of activity
Avoid walking/running uphill
Apply ice to the Achilles tendon after exercise to reduce inflammation

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