What is Achilles Tendonitis?
Achilles tendonitis is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon that
attaches your calf muscle to the back of your heel. Achilles tendonitis
is typically caused by tightness in the hamstrings and calf muscles. In
addition, limitations in ankle and foot range of motion can alter your
walking pattern, putting excessive strain on the Achilles tendon,
causing tendonitis.
Typically, the back of the ankle and heel is very painful to touch, especially after prolonged walking. Rest tends to help Achilles tendonitis while walking aggravates it.
How physical therapy helps
Physical therapy is one of the best treatment options for Achilles
tendonitis. Our physical therapists will evaluate your leg, ankle and
foot mobility, range of motion, strength, balance and walking patterns.
This will help us discover the root cause of your pain and resolve that
for long term results.
We focus on treatments to resolve your pain quickly, improve your joint mobility and strengthen muscles as needed. The result is the ability to walk and run without pain in the back of your heel returning to the activities you love to do.
