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The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscle to the heel bone. Achilles tendinitis is a repetitive strain (overuse) injury involving lower leg muscles and tendons at the point where they attach to the bone, resulting in pain at the back of the ankle. Chronic overuse can lead to small tears within the tendon causing long-term weakening, making the tendon susceptible to rupture, which could result in a need for surgery. See our Achilles Tendinitis exercises for more information on how to help ease your pain.
Lack of flexibility and overpronation are two of the most common causes of chronic Achilles tendinitis. Achilles tendinitis may be caused by a single incident of overstressing the tendon, or it may result from a series of stresses that produce small tears over time (overuse). Other risk factors and causes of Achilles tendinitis include:
Treatment options for Achilles tendinitis are focused on relieving suffering and promoting healing. If high heels are worn every day, stretching should be done every morning and night to keep the Achilles tendon lengthened.
Support Products:
 Cho-PatĀ® Achilles Tendon Strap ā ā ā ā ā Helps reduce stress and promote relief and healing by dispersing pressure on the tendon. It also reduces stress on the Achilles tendon by gently lifting the heel, and it can be worn in all shoes or barefoot. |
 Tuli'sĀ® Heavy Duty Heel CupsĀ ā ā ā ā ā Absorb shock and prevent unnecessary stretching of the tendon each time you step. This product provides relief by cushioning and elevating the heel bone to take pressure off the Achilles tendon. |
 Tuli'sĀ® So SoftĀ® Heel CupsĀ ā ā ā ā ā Exclusively formulated to be lighter, softer and more resilient than other heel cups. It provides the same support and relief as the popular Tuliās Heavy Duty Gel Heel Cups with the added layer of a soft cloth heel bed for comfort and a low-profile heel backing that makes them the easiest heel cups to place and be worn in almost any shoe. |
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Stretching and Strengthening Products:
 ProStretchĀ® PlusĀ ā ā ā ā ā Calf and plantar fascia flexibility are critical to Achilles tendon health and healing. This product is proven effective to provide a deep, gradual stretch that increases flexibility. The ProStretch Plus is biomechanically engineered to enable a controlled and targeted stretch. |
Massage Products:
 ProStretchĀ® Pro Stick Massage Roller ā ā ā ā ā This massage stick roller uniquely designed 3-dimensional gears penetrate muscles more effectively than traditional flat massage rollers. The Type P Pro stick massage roller is designed for massaging deep into your muscles rather than rolling just the surface. |
 ProStretchĀ® Peanut Massage BallĀ ā ā ā ā ā This rollerās peanut-shaped design allows it to get into targeted areas that are difficult to reach, providing a deep tissue massage for those knots that wonāt go away and adds a more aggressive myofascial release. |
 ProStretchĀ® Nonagon Foam RollerĀ ā ā ā ā ā The textured 9-sided foam roller design with a solid EVA foam core connects with the fascia with precision and allows for a deeper, stable, and secure roll without lifting your entire body weight. |
As with all injuries, prevention is your best defense especially with injuries that are as painful and inconvenient as Achilles tendinitis. Options for how to prevent Achilles tendinitis include:
PLEASE NOTE: The information on this website and article is for information only and should not be used as a substitute for consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and rehabilitation.
