Achilles Tendonitis

What is Achilles Tendonitis?

Achilles tendonitis is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon that attaches your calf muscle to the back of your heel. Achilles tendonitis is typically caused by tightness in the hamstrings and calf muscles. In addition, limitations in ankle and foot range of motion can alter your walking pattern, putting excessive strain on the Achilles tendon, causing tendonitis.

Typically, the back of the ankle and heel is very painful to touch, especially after prolonged walking. Rest tends to help Achilles tendonitis while walking aggravates it.

How physical therapy helps

Physical therapy is one of the best treatment options for Achilles tendonitis. Our physical therapists will evaluate your leg, ankle and foot mobility, range of motion, strength, balance and walking patterns. This will help us discover the root cause of your pain and resolve that for long term results.

We focus on treatments to resolve your pain quickly, improve your joint mobility and strengthen muscles as needed. The result is the ability to walk and run without pain in the back of your heel returning to the activities you love to do.

Conditions We Treat

Northern & BetterCare Physical Therapy helps people of all ages with many different conditions. We typically serve people throughout the North Country, but have seen people from all over, including from out of state and Canada, for our expert services. Please see the diagram attached on the sidebar for information on common conditions we treat and how physical therapy can help you.

Questions? Contact our offices today and learn how we can help you start living pain free!