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NFT: Really bummed - achilles tendonitis

OnTap : 5/31/2020 8:52 am

I was finally getting into shape, running a few times each week and doing long walks. Haven't felt better.

Then a few days ago, my right achilles area has started aching, esp the day after a run or a walk. Not serious pain, but enough funk to tell something is going on down there.

Has anyone dealt with this? I would love to continue cardio somehow but have no access to a pool, bike or any other equipment other than walking. I'm icing here and there and trying to wear indoor sneakers.

Anyone have any other suggestions? I'll call my orthopedic doc but he's probably just going to say rest it and take NSAIDs. I'm really bumming. The exercise was helping me cope with the stress of everything going on.

Try an accupuncture specialist.

BlueLou'sBack : 5/31/2020 9:04 am : link

He/she might be able to help in a few ways: the accupuncture or accupressure itself, exercise or self message instructions for PT, and dietary recommendations.

It could be swelling related, and a routine and diet that lessens swelling might help a lot.

Also, try some basic yoga to improve your breathing. It should help you, at least, to become more sensitive to anything you're unconsciously doing to aggravate your AT.

Massage, not message.

BlueLou'sBack : 5/31/2020 9:05 am : link

🧘

I had chronic problems on and off

Bubba : 5/31/2020 9:17 am : link

for years. Finally went to see a foot and ankle specialist who recommended PRP. I had the procedure done as outpatient 4 years ago. Have not had a flare up since.

Shoe inserts

PEEJ : 5/31/2020 9:19 am : link

help a lot

had it...both acutely and now chronically years later

Tom in Kzoo : 5/31/2020 9:36 am : link

1. hees often wobble when we run, and that contributes to AT. A good heel cup insert especially above 20-25 miles a wekk can make all the difference
2. For chronic tendonitis, gentle drop stretching(letting your ankle dorsiflex, as in hanging off a step) 10 sec, 3 X a day can gently stretch it out. Don't though plantar flex(push back up) -let your other leg do that work to resent at neutral position.

3. Probably have to lessen mileage, and maybe/probably stop for at least 2 -3 weeks even if it feels good- so you don't get a chronic problem
4. Ice after excercise -really does help.

To echo Tom

ron mexico : 5/31/2020 11:23 am : link

Eccentric exercises did wonders for me.

Also used braces to keep my foot at a 90 degree ankle while sleeping which seemed to help to a lesser extent
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Yeah, I have it in both ankles

Anakim : 5/31/2020 11:23 am : link

Went to physical therapy for a few weeks, which actually helped, particularly the exercises and the stimulation.

Bone spur

Spirit of '86 : 5/31/2020 12:55 pm : link

I have had achilles tendonitis in one for due to a bone spur on back of heel (where it meets the achilles). Once I wore my shoes looser the pain went away.

Agreed with eccentric exercises

Payasdaddy : 5/31/2020 1:13 pm : link

Had it like 15 yrs ago
Could barely walk in morning.
Tried a cycle of steroids to help it, can’t say it did.
What did also help is wear some heel inserts for awhile.
Keeps your ranges of motion limited and gives it time to calm down when your out and about.
Typical RICE therapy, some anti inflammatories.
Use a cbd rub and if u don’t get drug tested, a thc balm or just take edibles for awhile. It’s is helpful for that kind of stuff
Took awhile but when it finally went away, never had issues again.

see a Dr.

bc4life : 5/31/2020 1:27 pm : link

Have had a lot of issues with them, even got a few cortisone shots.

rest and stretching - inserts helped too

Don't ignore, can be precursor to rupture

jimmypage : 5/31/2020 9:45 pm : link

Which I've done and you don't want to be there. Eccentric and night brace can be huge help.

Also I find the pose method of running

ron mexico : 6/1/2020 1:22 pm : link

Puts much less stress on my Achilles

Here is a demo
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