Achilles Tendonitis Treatment near Myrtle Bank
SA Running Injury Clinic, near Myrtle Bank, frequently encounters Achilles Tendon Injuries among our top three common injuries.
Achilles Tendon Injuries
Achilles injury patients often mention they feel:
- Achilles tightness, mostly in the morning after, and especially after an active day exercising 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:
- Achilles Tendinitis (Achilles Tendon inflammation)
- Achilles Tendinosis/Tendonopathy (Achilles Tendon degeneration)
- 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.
The condition often shows up as stiffness at the back of the foot, especially upon waking. While exercise can alleviate the stiffness when the body is warm, it usually returns after cooling down. Early on, inflammation-controlling cells are present at the site, making treatment straightforward with quick recovery. If ignored for over 6 months, it can progress to Achilles Tendinosis (see below), which may take 6-12 months to heal.
Achilles Tendinosis/Tendonopathy
SA Running Injury Clinic treats many athletes with Achilles Tendon injuries lasting over six months. At this advanced pathology stage, the tendon has undergone substantial changes, rendering the condition more challenging to manage.
Achilles Tendinopathy, also known as Achilles Tendinosis, is an advanced stage of chronic Achilles Tendinitis that lacks inflammation. Individuals with this condition experience micro tear breakdown, thickening, and scarring of the tendon. Although there is usually no warmth or redness at this stage, the area remains tender. At SA Running Injury Clinic, we frequently treat Achilles injuries, with patients coming from all nearby suburbs, including {suburb}.
Retrocalcaneal Bursitis
We occasionally see a more difficult injury called Retrocalcaneal Bursitis. It refers to an inflammation within the lubricating fluid-like sac that lies between the heel bone and the Achilles tendon. It is highly likely that there is the presence of a protruding bony bump on the outside-top border of the back of the heel. This bony prominence is 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
- Apply strapping methods tailored to Achilles injuries
- Retrain gait and enhance running technique
- Change your running and training schedule
At our clinics in North Adelaide and Eastwood we provide care for patients from 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
Book your appointment at SA Running Injury Clinic near Myrtle Bank online or by phone. We have two clinic locations.
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, North Adelaide : 8239 1022
Call SA Running Injury Clinic, Eastwood : 8357 0700