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Compression sock for Achilles tendonitis? Don’t waste your money
Why compressions socks don't help for Achilles tendonitis and what you should do instead for pain relief and long-term recovery.

Alison Gould
3 min read


Achilles injury recovery time – Five psychological tips to get better quicker
The five psychological factors that can help injured people to recover from their injuries sooner.

Alison Gould
11 min read


Pain at the back of the heel? How to figure out what’s causing it and what to do about it
An overview of the most common causes of pain at the back of the heel and what treatments work best for each.

Maryke Louw
10 min read


What exercise is OK with Achilles tendonitis if you can’t run?
The activities and exercises in this article will help you to maintain your strength and cardiovascular fitness alongside your rehab.

Steph Davies
5 min read


Injections for Achilles tendonitis – Do they work?
Is it useful to get an injection for Achilles tendonitis? The answer depends on what type of injection we’re talking about.

Maryke Louw
7 min read


Hyaluronic acid for Achilles tendon pain
We explain what hyaluronic acid is and take a look at initial research into its pain reducing qualities for tendons.

Steph Davies
3 min read


How long will my Achilles tendonitis recovery take?
We look at what typical Achilles tendonitis recovery times are and discuss the most common factors that can speed up or delay recovery.

Maryke Louw
5 min read


Achilles tendonitis symptoms, causes, and diagnosis
An overview of the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of Achilles tendonitis, with links to many more articles with further details.

Maryke Louw
11 min read


Achilles tendonitis treatment – What works, what doesn’t work, and what makes it worse?
The best treatment approach for Achilles tendonitis. Also: Treatments that don't work and treatments that may make your injury worse.

Maryke Louw
8 min read


I treated hundreds of patients for Achilles injuries – and then it happened to me
TMA physio Steph Davies on the lessons she learnt trying to get back to running while struggling with insertional Achilles tendinopathy.

Steph Davies
10 min read


Exercises for Achilles tendonitis – Sometimes less is more
When your Achilles tendon is not healing even when you’re doing your rehab exercises, it may be time for the "less is more" approach.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


What’s the difference between Achilles tendonitis, tendinosis, tendinopathy, and tendinitis?
There is no significant difference between Achilles tendonitis, tendinosis, tendinopathy, and tendinitis. We explain why.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


When to use anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) for Achilles tendonitis and when not to
What types of Achilles tendon injury benefit from NSAIDs, when NSAIDs won't help, and when they may actually hinder your progress.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


Achilles tendonitis rehab – Going beyond the scan results to figure out the best approach
Why factors beyond structural damage to the tendon as shown in scan results should be taken into account when treating Achilles tendonitis.

Alison Gould
7 min read


Can I run a marathon with Achilles tendonitis?
This article discusses whether or not you can run a marathon with Achilles tendonitis.

Steph Davies
6 min read


How to treat antibiotics induced Achilles tendonitis
How to treat antibiotics induced Achilles tendonitis, which requires a different approach from other types of tendinopathy.

Maryke Louw
6 min read


Chronic Achilles pain – understanding its nature
How chronic Achilles pain can be “unlearnt” by understanding the nature of pain.

Alison Gould
8 min read


Tennis and Achilles tendonitis – When and how to get back out on court
In this article, we discuss the best way to decide when and how (and whether) to return to playing tennis after an Achilles injury.

Steph Davies
4 min read


Choosing the right running shoes for Achilles tendonitis
In this article, we discuss things you should consider when choosing a pair of running shoes when you have Achilles pain.

Steph Davies
4 min read


Steroid tablets for Achilles tendinopathy – Why it’s not a good idea
The effect of corticosteroids on your tendons, why it can delay your recovery from Achilles injury, and why doctors still prescribe them.

Maryke Louw
4 min read
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