• 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 Norwood

    At SA Running Injury Clinic, located near Norwood, Achilles Tendon Injuries are in our top three most prevalent injuries we see. 

    Achilles Tendon Injuries

    Achilles injury patients often mention they feel: 

    Achilles Tendonitis Norwood

    • Morning Achilles tightness, particularly noticeable after a day 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)

    At SA Running Injury Clinic, the most commonly seen Achilles Injury is Achilles Tendinitis, characterised by inflammation, thickening, and swelling of the tendon. As this condition tends to worsen over time, early treatment is essential. 

    It often presents itself as stiffness at the back of the foot, especially when rising in the morning. Usually, this condition improves with exercise when the body is warm, but the stiffness returns after the body cools down again. During early stages of pathology, the site is attended by cells that try to control the inflammation. At this point, the condition is still easy to treat and has a fast recovery time. If left for over 6 months, it may develop into Achilles Tendinosis (see below) which may take 6-12 months to recover. 

    Achilles Tendinosis/Tendonopathy

    At SA Running Injury Clinic, we see athletes presenting with an Achilles Tendon injury which has dogged them for over half a year. At this progressed stage of pathology, the tendon make up has changed significantly, and the condition will be more difficult to treat. 

    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 Norwood. 

    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 provide a 7 Part Program to help decrease your Achilles Pain: 

    • Recommend sneaker models suited to your unique foot profile
    • Address poor foot biomechanics/walking/running pattern with custom orthotics 
    • Regimens of ice, stretching, massage, and dry needling 
    • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy 
    • Specialised strapping for Achilles injuries 
    • Retrain gait and enhance running technique 
    • Adjust your running and training program 

     

    Effectively manage your Achilles Tendon Injury 

    You can book an appointment near Norwood 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