Cho-Pat® Achilles Tendon Strap™

I've had two heel surgeries on my Achilles tendonitis as my tendon sheaths unexpectedly crystalized--for a reason no doctor has been able to satisfactorily explain. After decades of painful doctors' visits, physical therapy, and uninspiring medical assistance, I happened upon your Achilles Tendon Strap. Although it caused the parting of ways with at least one podiatrist--he really wanted to try his hand at surgery--it has offered me what no doctor has during the past three decades; a daily existence with relatively low-pain. My current doctors--particularly those at the Pain Clinic--have helped me in this area as well, however, I credit Cho-pat with making me able to walk and carry on a relatively normal day-to-day existence. I teach and direct theatrical productions at the college level. Without your product, I know I would be confined to a much more sedentary lifestyle; one that would not allow me to continue to pursue my love of theatre or my fairly active calendar. Thank you Cho-Pat!"

Just wanted to say how happy I am with your product. I originally ordered a small Achilles tendon strap, but after trying it on, realized it was too small. I ordered another one (a medium) and expedited the shipping because I was running 22 miles on Saturday (returning the small on Tuesday). I have to tell you I had absolutely NO PAIN WHATSOEVER (except for the occasional uncomfortableness of the Achilles). I’ve been training for a marathon for almost six months. My Achilles tendonitis has gradually gotten worse as miles and training were increased. I’ve tried everything except laying off the running—glucosamine, stretching, heat/ice—and nothing worked. Two weeks ago, I ran 20 miles and was in pretty serious pain from mile 10 on. I was worried that the injury would worsen with the longer runs and that I would be unable to run the marathon on February 16th. But not any more. Your product worked wonders. I had absolutely no pain in the Achilles. I used Sportscreme before the run, iced the Achilles after, but during, the Cho-Pat kept the Achilles pain free. Of course, when I finished 22, every other muscle ached (some still do today), but the Achilles felt great. I will recommend your product to others, anyone that will listen. In fact, I’m sending your Web-site address to a friend with an ankle problem who dropped out at 18 miles. He’s my marathon partner, and I was worried he may not make it to the big day. But now I feel confident he’ll be running in a Cho-Pat.

Several months ago, as I was training for the Austin Motorola Marathon, I developed a nasty case of Achilles tendonitis. I read about your Achilles tendon strap on a Runner's World bulletin board and, desperate to try anything, I ordered one. This morning, I completed the marathon and my Achilles is doing pretty darn good. I credit your product - I fimly believe that if it were not for your Achilles tendon strap, I would have been a spectator today. Thank you very much!