Achilles Tendinitis

Definition:
'Achilles tendonitis' (also 'Achilles tenosynovitis' or 'Achilles tendinopathy') is tendonitis of the Achilles tendon, generally caused by overuse of the affected limb and is more common among athletes training under less than ideal conditions. It should not be confused with xanthoma of the tendon, which is the accumulation of cholesterol in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the back of the heel
  • Pain when getting up in the morning and from rising after sitting for long periods
  • Pain with running or jumping activities
Causes
  • Tight calves and hamstrings
  • Abnormal foot mechanics
  • Abnormal gait or walking pattern
  • Overuse
Treatment
  • Stretching calves and hamstrings
  • Eccentric strengthening exercises
  • Cross friction massage
  • Ice massage
  • Improve walking and running mechanics
Achilles Tendinitis Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • Down Dog
  • Doorway Hamstring
  • Nose To Wall
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Stationary Bike
  • Gait II

Achilles Tendinitis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Backwards Step Ups
  • Backwards Walk
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Single Leg Squat And Touch

Achilles Tendinitis Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops