• SA Running Injury Clinic (North)

    62 Melbourne Street North Adelaide 5006
    Phone: 8239 1022

    SA Running Injury Clinic (South)

    233 Fullarton Road Eastwood 5063
    Phone: 8357 0700

    Achilles Tendonitis Treatment near Dulwich

    SA Running Injury Clinic, near Dulwich, frequently encounters Achilles Tendon Injuries among our top three common injuries. 

    Achilles Tendon Injuries

    Athletes coming to us with Achilles injuries report experiencing: 

    Achilles Tendonitis Dulwich

    • Tightness in the Achilles, predominantly in the morning and especially following active days of exercise or hiking 
    • Pain and discomfort felt after engaging in activities like dance and football 

    There are three prevalent injuries that generally impact the Achilles Tendon: 

    1. Achilles Tendinitis (Achilles Tendon inflammation) 
    2. Achilles Tendinosis/Tendonopathy (Achilles Tendon degeneration) 
    3. Retrocalneal Bursitis 

    Achilles Tendinitis Treatment (Achilles Tendonitis Treatment) 

    Achilles Tendinitis (Achilles Tendonitis)

    SA Running Injury Clinic often deals with Achilles Tendinitis as the primary Achilles Injury. This injury involves inflamed, thickened, and swollen tendons. Achilles Tendinitis tends to progress if left untreated, highlighting the need for early intervention. 

    Stiffness at the back of the foot, particularly in the morning, is a common sign. The stiffness generally improves with exercise while the body is warm but returns once the body cools. In the early stages, cells work to control inflammation, making the condition easier to treat with a quicker recovery. If untreated for more than 6 months, it could develop into Achilles Tendinosis (see below), requiring 6-12 months for recovery. 

    Achilles Tendinosis/Tendonopathy

    At SA Running Injury Clinic, athletes often come to us with Achilles Tendon injuries that have persisted for over six months. By this advanced stage, the tendon structure has altered considerably, making the condition harder to address. 

    Achilles Tendinopathy, also referred to as Achilles Tendinosis, is an advanced form of chronic Achilles Tendinitis not marked by inflammation. Those with this condition have tendons with micro tear breakdown, thickening, and scarring. There is generally no warmth or redness at this stage, but the area is still painful when touched. SA Running Injury Clinic frequently handles Achilles injuries, serving patients from various nearby suburbs, including Dulwich. 

    Retrocalcaneal Bursitis

    Retrocalcaneal Bursitis is a more complex injury we occasionally treat. It involves inflammation of the fluid-like sac between the heel bone and the Achilles tendon. Typically, this condition includes a protruding bony bump on the outside-top border of the back of the heel, called a Haglund's deformity. 

    At SA Running Injury Clinic we have a 7 Part Program to reduce your Achilles Pain: 

    • Provide guidance on sneaker models that fit your specific foot type
    • Correct poor foot biomechanics, walking, or running patterns using custom orthotics 
    • Implement ice, stretching, massage, and dry needling routines 
    • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy 
    • Strapping techniques specific to Achilles injuries 
    • Gait retraining and improvement of running technique 
    • Alter your running and training regimen 

     

    Manage your Achilles Tendon Injury 

    You can book an appointment near Dulwich at SA Running Injury Clinic online or over the phone. Please note we have two clinics. 

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    Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022

    Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700