🦶Achilles Tendinopathy🦶
In this picture you can see one of my patients receiving Shock Wave Therapy for Their Achilles Tendinopathy.
What is it❓❓
A painful condition due to injury of a cord that connects the calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to the heel bone, known as achilles tendon. This injury causes the tendon to become inflamed and painful.
Symptoms🤒
The symptom usually begins with mild pain at the back of the heel after running or sports activity. The common symptoms include:
🔶Heel pain and swelling at the back of the heel
🔶Thickening of the tendon
🔶Limited range of motion when flexing the foot
🔶Area around the heel may feel warm to touch
🔶Tenderness in the affected area
Treatment👨⚕️👩⚕️
Treatment for Achilles Tendinopathy is more affective with a combination approach:
🔶Manual Therapy - Soft Tissue, Cupping Therapy, Shock Wave Therapy and Joint Mobilisation.
🔶Mobility and Stretching Exercises
🔶Ice and Rest
If you need any help or know anyone who is struggling with their foot and heel pain get in touch:
📞01792277671
📱07732059388
📧 henry@healthfirstosteopathy.co.uk
💻www.healthfirstosteopathy.co.uk
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