What are the main causes of Achilles Tendon?
What is Achilles Tendon ?
Achilles Tendon, the heel cord which is known as the calcaneal tendon is the tendon that occurs at the back of the lower leg in the Achilles heel. It is the largest tendon and thickest in the human body.
Proper stretching of the leg is the best way to prevent Achilles tendon
Shapecrunch provides Custom Orthotics and arch support sandals to reduce the pain in the sole
SYMPTOMS
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The main symptom is the development of pain around the tendons which increases gradually and worsens over time.
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The lower legs feel stiff, weaker, and slow
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The pain that occurs at the back of the leg after walking, running, or exercising
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Difficulty in climbing stairs, running faster, etc
Causes of pain in Heel of Foot
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Non-insertional Achilles tendinitis - the type of Achilles tendon that’s common amongst the younger age wherein, the fibers between the tendons break down, swell, or thickens.
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Insertional Achilles tendinitis - A type of Achilles tendon that affects the lower part of the tendons
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Wearing uncomfortable or poorly fitted shoes that lacks proper arch support
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Not doing a proper warm-up before exercising
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Running or jogging on hard surfaces
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Putting stress of Achilles heel while running or doing strenuous sport activities
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Sudden strenuous activity such as sprinting for the finish line
Modification for Heel Pain relief
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Achilles Tendon TREATMENT
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Achilles tendon is the region in the back of the leg just below the ankle where several tendons of the leg meet. Achilles Tendon treatment requires tension relief
Pain in the Achilles tendon region can be relieved by relieving pressure from the tendon. This is done by raising the heel in sandals and orthotics so that pressure is relieved from the back and distributed to the forefoot.
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Heel pain home remedy
Apart from using insoles or customized footwear, the following remedies are useful too
1. Apply ice pack on the back of the heel and all over the heel area.
2. Use essential oils to massage the area - use lavender, coconut, and rosemary oil as it would reduce the pain due to their anti-inflammatory properties
3. Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) add some Epsom salt in lukewarm water and dip your feet in the water and massage them gently
4. Use apple cider vinegar as it would help to take excessive calcium out of the bones and provide relief to the foot.
Plantar Fascia Stretches
Start by getting into a comfortable seated position. Take your affected foot and slowly bring it up over your opposite knee. Grab the toes of your sore foot and carefully pull them toward yourself. If you find reaching your toes in this position awkward, try grabbing a towel and wrapping it around your big toe to help you complete this exercise. Hold this stretch for 10 seconds and then relax. It’s recommended you repeat these 20 times to get the most out of this stretch.
Calf stretches
To do this stretch correctly, you must start by placing yourself at arm’s length from the wall. Stretch both of your arms out in front of you and place your palms against the wall. Stretch one leg behind you, keeping your heel firmly on the ground. Bend your other leg at the knee in front of you. This exercise, although beneficial, can be uncomfortable in the beginning. Try not to push yourself too
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Sports Person
Heel Pain
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Plantar Fasciitis
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Plantar Fasciitis
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