TREATMENTS

ACHILLES
TENDINOPATHY

Treating damage to the Achilles

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TREATMENTS

ACHILLES
TENDINOPATHY

Treating damage to the Achilles

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Understanding Achilles Tendinopathy

Repetitive strain to the Achilles tendon can lead to pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.

Our podiatrist Achilles tendinopathy, often referred to as Achilles tendonitis or tendinosis, is a common source of heel and ankle pain treated by our expert podiatrists. This condition is caused by repeated damage to the Achilles tendon that doesn’t completely heal, ultimately leading to discomfort and mobility problems.

The Achilles tendon, the strongest tendon in the body, connects the calf muscles to the heel, making it vital for movement and physical activity.

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GOLD STANDARD CARE

An experienced Achilles specialist here at Cheshire Foot Clinic in Knutsford, Cheshire can provide bespoke treatment to effectively manage this condition and ease your pain.

Our gold-standard podiatric care offers the individualised solutions you need to restore your comfort and support your recovery from Achilles tendinopathy.

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SYMPTOMS

What are the symptoms of Achilles Tendinopathy?

Knowing when to seek timely treatment for Achilles tendinopathy first starts with recognising and accepting you exhibit its symptoms. Achilles tendinopathy symptoms can vary depending on the severity duration and progression of the condition. Because acute tendinopathy (tendonitis) can present symptoms differently from chronic cases, identifying them early on and getting professional care can greatly improve the outcome and reduce your Achilles pain.

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SYMPTOMS

The symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy can differ between the acute and chronic stages.

Acute tendinopathy
symptoms can include:

Pain when starting to exercise that gradually eases during the activity.

Discomfort in and around the back of your ankle, which gradually increases over several days.

Pain that hurts during exercise and eases with rest.

Tenderness in and around the back of your ankle.

If left unmanaged, acute tendinopathy can progress to chronic Achilles tendinopathy.

Symptoms of chronic
tendinopathy can include:

Gradually increasing pain over days, weeks or months.

Pain during exercise or activity.

Pain at the back of the ankle when walking uphill or climbing stairs.

Morning ankle stiffness.

Swelling, lumps or redness at the back of the ankle.

Tenderness at the back of the ankle.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Achilles tendinopathy is best managed through careful evaluation and a targeted treatment plan.

Our podiatrists will examine your condition by observing you while walking and standing. We’ll also conduct a biomechanical assessment. If further examination is needed, we use ultrasound and can refer for X-Ray or MRI scan. If there’s no evidence of an Achilles rupture, your podiatrist will recommend treatment depending on the cause of the problem. Treatments aim to rest, rehabilitate, and strengthen your Achilles tendon to help you get back to full activity.

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A full spectrum of treatment options is available, which can include:

- Rest

- Ice

- Strapping the area

- Footwear advice and changes

- Orthotics

- Shockwave therapy

- Laser therapy

- Exercise rehabilitation

with a bespoke programme of strengthening and stretching exercises

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Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy is a non-surgical treatment that works by delivering impulses of energy to target specific damaged tissues within the abnormal tendon.

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Orthotics

Orthotics – insoles, shoe inserts, or orthoses – are devices placed inside your shoes to improve the biomechanical balance of your legs and feet while reducing stresses on areas of injury or pain.

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