Although it is believed to be the thickest and most robust tendon in the body, damage does sometimes occurs to the Achilles Tendon causing an extremely painful injury. Achilles Tendonitis is the irritation and inflammation of the Achilles tendon.
What Causes Achilles Tendonitis?
Achilles tendonitis is an over-use or repetitive strain injury and therefore sports associated with running or jumping can aggravate the Achilles tendon.
Achilles Tendonitis is commonly caused by a lack of flexibility or flat footedness. Rigidity of the tendons comes with age and therefore as we get older we become more susceptible to injury.
Achilles Tendonitis is commonly caused by a lack of flexibility or flat footedness. Rigidity of the tendons comes with age and therefore as we get older we become more susceptible to injury.
What are the Symptoms of Achilles Tendonitis?
The main symptom of Achilles Tendonitis is pain at the back of the heel, usually at its most acute after long periods of inaction such as first thing in the morning or after sitting down for while. Aggravating activities like running and jumping are usually painful.
What Treatment can you have for Achilles Tendonitis?
Treatment for Achilles Tendonitis should be swift as the inflammation associated with Achilles Tendonitis can lead to degeneration of the tissue, increasing the chances of developing the more serious disorder of Achilles tendon rupture.