• 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 Linden Park

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

    Achilles Tendon Injuries

    Achilles injury patients often mention they feel: 

    Achilles Tendonitis Linden Park

    • Tightness in the Achilles, often in the morning following a day of activity such as exercising or hiking 
    • Discomfort and pain experienced after taking part in sports such as dance and football 

    The Achilles Tendon commonly suffers from three types of injuries: 

    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)

    Achilles Tendinitis is the most frequent Achilles Injury we see at SA Running Injury Clinic. This condition involves inflammation, tendon thickening, and swelling. Without early intervention, Achilles Tendinitis worsens over time, making prompt treatment crucial. 

    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

    We frequently encounter athletes at SA Running Injury Clinic who have been dealing with an Achilles Tendon injury for more than half a year. At this later stage, significant changes in tendon composition occur, complicating the treatment process. 

    Achilles Tendinopathy or Achilles Tendinosis represents a progressed stage of chronic Achilles Tendinitis without inflammation. This condition involves micro tear breakdown, thickening, and scarring of the tendon. While warmth and redness are typically absent, the site remains sensitive to touch. At SA Running Injury Clinic, we regularly address Achilles injuries, attracting patients from surrounding suburbs, including {suburb}. 

    Retrocalcaneal Bursitis

    At times, we encounter a more challenging injury called Retrocalcaneal Bursitis. This involves inflammation in the lubricating fluid-filled sac located between the heel bone and the Achilles tendon. Often, a bony bump appears on the outside-top border of the back of the heel, known as a Haglund's deformity. 

    At SA Running Injury Clinic, we provide a 7 Part Program to help decrease your Achilles Pain: 

    • Suggest sneaker models tailored to your individual foot profile
    • Rectify poor foot biomechanics and gait issues with custom orthotics 
    • Regimens of ice, stretching, massage, and dry needling 
    • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy 
    • Strapping techniques specific to Achilles injuries 
    • Gait retraining and running technique enhancement 
    • Adjust your running and training program 

    We provide care for patients from North Adelaide, Eastwood, Walkerville, Unley, Prospect, St Peters, Brompton, Norwood, Thebarton, Mile End, Parkside, Glenside, Fullarton, Frewville, Highgate, Myrtle Bank, Glenunga, and surrounding areas.

    Take control of your Achilles Tendon Injury 

    You can book an appointment near Linden Park 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