Achilles tendinitis is pain and stiffness in the tendon at the back of the heel. It is common in runners and active people, and responds very well to a structured loading program.
The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone and takes a lot of load when you walk, run, or jump. Tendinitis is when it becomes irritated and painful, usually from doing too much too soon.
It typically feels worst with the first steps in the morning and after activity. Like other tendon problems, it does not want rest alone. It responds best to progressive calf and tendon loading, which rebuilds its strength and tolerance.
I settle the irritable tendon, then load it progressively, because the Achilles gets stronger through the right graded work rather than rest.
Adjusting running and standing so the tendon can settle without full rest.
Progressive calf and tendon strengthening, the core of recovery.
Soft tissue work for the calf to ease tightness.
A graded plan back to your running or activity goals.
Treatment moves through clear stages. I set the pace to suit you, but the path usually looks like this.
I confirm the cause and check your calf strength and loading.
Reduce irritation with activity adjustments.
Progressive calf and tendon strengthening.
Graded return to running and sport.
Seek urgent care if you felt a sudden pop or sharp blow to the back of the ankle, cannot push off or rise onto your toes, or have a gap in the tendon, as this may indicate a rupture.
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