Foot & Ankle Injuries Leeds - Yorkshire Physiotherapy Network
Achilles Tendonitis
The Achilles tendon is where the calf muscle inserts onto the back of the heel. It is the strongest tendon in the body and can withstand forces up to 1000Kg. There are many different causes of which biomechanics and muscle length are most common. Changes in training and running distances, speeds or time can also cause problems.
Characterised by pain and swelling, often worse first thing in the morning easing off as the day goes on. Physiotherapy is usually necessary and produces excellent results in acute and chronic cases.
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