27 May Been experiencing pain at the back of your heel Or Perhaps you’ve been told that you have Archilles’ Tendonitis 

Been experiencing pain at the back of your heel Or Perhaps you’ve been told that you have Archilles’ Tendonitis 

The Achilles’ tendon is a strong fibrous cord that connects the muscles  in the back of your calf to your heel bone. The Achilles tendon is able to withstand massive amounts of pressure and stress we get from walking, running  and jumping. However it can only take so much – especially when it’s strained  and swollen after all the things we have done throughout the day.

Achilles tendinitis, inflammation of the Archilles tendon, is usually the result of strenuous, high impact exercise, such as running. If you overstretch a already strained and swollen Achilles tendon, it can tear (rupture)  completely or just partially. Achilles tendon rupture mainly occurs in people playing recreational sports, but it can happen to anyone.

If your Achilles tendon ruptures, you might hear a pop, followed by an immediate sharp pain in the back of your ankle and lower leg that is likely to affect your ability to walk properly. Surgery is often performed to repair the rupture.However, for many people who choose not to have surgery, Physiotherapy  is very effective in rehabilitating an Archilles Tendon Rupture. 

Prevention is always better than cure! So if you are experiencing pain and discomfort in your Archilles tendon, get top if it today, Ring My Favourite Physio on (02) 9790 4233 or DM us @myfavouritephysio and find out how we can help you overcome your heel pain and get back to active pain free living!