Achilles tendinitis is a common injury that many athletes and non-athletes experience. It may be caused by too much stress to quick to the Achilles tendon (like running for the first time) or too much stress over time that is associated with a lack of calf flexibility or a work related activity. Many believe that this is an inflammatory condition but research shows that this is more of a degeneration of the tendon and not an inflammatory condition. This is why sometimes, NSAIDs and other anti-inflammatories don't help with treatment. Physical therapy has been shown to have great outcomes with Achilles pain and have been recommended as the first line of treatment. When treated with manual therapy, stretching, and strengthening, your pain and symptoms should begin to decrease within the first couple of visits. Some patients have even been pain free in 2-4 visits! For more chronic Achilles pain, treatment may takes longer, even up to 4-6 months, but a good outcome is expected. Physiopedia has a great resource and tool kit regarding information, diagnosis, and best treatment for any achilles tendinitis or tendinopathy. Visit www.pursuittherapy.com or call Pursuit Physical Therapy for more information regarding the treatment of Achilles pain and what is the best treatment for you!
Interesting article, I've been trying to rehab my leg after breaking it while playing football. My therapist uses some kind of physical therapy documentation software which tracks my progress and makes sure that I am rehabbing the most efficient way. It seems like it is a huge help in planing out routines.
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