ACHILLES TENDINITIS : EVERY ATHLETES WORST ENEMY
Nothing is more discouraging than not being able to perform in activities you love due to injuries. Achilles tendonitis is a common condition that causes pain and swelling in the Achilles tendon, which is the large tendon that connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. It can occur from overuse or injury and is more common in athletes who participate in sports that involve running and jumping. It's also an injury that you don't want to just "push through."
What are the symptoms and how can this be treated ?
There are a few factors that can contribute to the development of Achilles tendonitis. The three most common causes that I see in my clinic are:
A sudden increase in the length or intensity of workouts, such as running more miles or hiking up steep inclines
Going hard only on weekends (weekend warriors)
Jumping into a new sport unprepared
Other risk factors include:
Tight calf muscles
Bone spurs
Flat feet
Worn out or improper shoes
Age (as you get older, the tendon becomes less flexible and less able to handle stress)
What is the best treatment for Achilles Tendinitis ?
Achilles Tendonitis can be treated with a well designed recovery plan. The reason my clients are able to recover faster than normal is because of the many modalities that we use to make this happen. We utilize a variety of modalities such as red light therapy, cupping, and soft tissue mobilization tools, etc. in order to get the best results possible post injury.
Generally speaking, most people will start to feel improvement within 4-6 weeks, but it can take several months for all symptoms to subside due to proper recovery not being implemented.
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If you're experiencing Achilles tendon pain, contact Built Off Faith Sports Recovery today! An early diagnosis may help reduce your recovery time and prevent further damage. We will work with you to develop a customized treatment plan that allows you to return to the activities you love without pain.
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