Achilles Tendonitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Achilles tendonitis is a common problem treated by a foot and ankle specialist. It’s especially common among runners, joggers, and athletes. The Connecticut Foot Care Centers podiatrists provide comprehensive foot and ankle services, including Achilles tendonitis treatment. They have several convenient office locations in Rocky Hill, Newington, Middletown, Glastonbury, Bristol, and Kensington, CT.

What You Need To Know About Achilles Tendonitis

Achilles tendonitis is a condition resulting in inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which attaches the heel to the calf. It can be caused by overuse and strain of the Achilles tendon.

You may have Achilles tendonitis if you are experiencing:

• Inflammation and swelling behind your heel
• A stabbing or aching pain behind your heel
• Difficulty walking or moving your foot due to pain in your Achilles tendon

Remember that there are several ways you can help prevent Achilles tendonitis. You need to:

• Start slowly if you are new to an exercise or a sport
• Do heel lift exercises to stretch and strengthen your Achilles tendon
• Always wear appropriate shoes with plenty of support for the sport or activity you are doing
• Try to walk on even, dry surfaces to avoid injuring your Achilles tendon

Your podiatrist is an expert at diagnosis and treatment of Achilles tendonitis and may recommend these effective treatments:

• Prescription anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation
• Placing ice packs on your Achilles tendon to decrease swelling
• A cortisone injection into the tendon to reduce inflammation
• Physical therapy and stretching to increase flexibility and strength
• Resting and taking weight and stress off the Achilles tendon

Want To Know More About Achilles Tendonitis?

Talk with the experts to discover more about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for Achilles tendonitis. Call the podiatrists at Connecticut Foot Care Centers. You can reach them at:

• Rocky Hill, CT, at 860-563-1200
• Bristol, CT, at 860-582-0747
• Middletown, CT, at 860-346-5226     
• Glastonbury, CT, at 860-633-6749
• Newington, CT, at 860-666-2078
• Kensington, CT, at 860-828-9455

Call today.