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If treatment is started early Achilles tendonitis can be
treated and cured.
Achilles tendonitis is the inflammation or irritation of the
Achilles tendon.The Achilles tendon is
the large tendon in the back of the ankle that attaches to the heel also known
as the calcaneus.Extreme activity will
cause tiny tears on the Achilles tendon, these tiny tears are what cause
irritation and pain.
Common Causes of
Achilles Tendonitis
Recent
change in foot wear
An
increase in exercising or sports that involve repeat jumping
More
common among middle aged men and women who are more active typically
distance runners and walkers.
Frequent
up hill walking or running
Athletes
participating in activities that involve a lot of running and quick
movements or fast starts and stops.
Pronation - See description below
Common Symptoms of
Achilles Tendonitis
Increased
pain while walking up hill
Swelling
and redness along the back of the heel and two inches above
Tenderness
along the Achilles tendon
Pain
when taking off during walking or while pointing toes upwards
Achilles
tendon is stiff in the morning but after warming up becomes less stiff
Pronation is the roll of the heel and the fascia as the foot
tries to provide more cushion on your heel, especially while walking
barefoot.Pronation causes excessive
stretching to the Achilles tendon. This is why wearing shoes with proper heel
support is so important.
We recommend our HTP heel seats along with an Achilles
Tendonitis Night Splint for the perfect combination. The HTP heel seat will
insure proper heel support with a deep heel cup that helps prevent pronation.
The night splint will insure the Achilles tendon stays supported and stretched
to help improve flexibility.
After two to three weeks of self treatment, if the pain does
not dramatically reduce consult with your physician. Unless you think you have
an Achilles tendon rupture then immediately see your doctor.
