Achilles Tendonitis

Inflammation of Achilles tendon and surrounding structures.

Incidence:

Achilles tendonitis occus in approximately 7% of running injuries.

Symptoms:

Pain and/or swelling through the Achilles tendon and back of heel. May be worse on commencement of activity and may ease with running.

Causes:

• Poor foot biomechanics (pronated feet)
• Poor flexibility
• Poor training technique
• Hard training surface
• Incorrect footwear

Treatment:

• Correction of poor biomechanics, possibly with the use of prescribed orthoses
• Correct footwear
• Appropriate strapping
• A heal lift in the show
• Training modifications
• Muscle stretching program