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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


Progressive treatment exercises for Achilles tendonitis/tendinopathy: What, when, and how much?
There's no one-size-fits-all Achilles rehab exercise plan. Maryke explains which variables we consider when we design a bespoke plan.

Maryke Louw
13 min read


Achilles tendonitis - How to handle painful flare-ups
How to deal with painful flare-ups during your Achilles tendon rehab.

Maryke Louw
5 min read


No, you don’t have “micro-tears” in your Achilles tendon
We bust the myth that there are “micro-tears” when you have Achilles tendonitis and that you retear it when you get up in the morning.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


Achilles rehab exercises – Should I push into fatigue?
How hard to push during your workouts for your injured Achilles tendon depends on a few factors, which this article will explain.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


Achilles tendonitis vs. plantar fasciitis – How to tell the difference
The main differences between Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis, how to treat them, and what to do if you have both.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


Achilles tendonitis rehab - What if you can’t rest your tendon?
Some people’s jobs prevent them from giving their injured Achilles tendon enough rest to recover. Here are some tips on how to deal with it.

Maryke Louw
4 min read


Achilles tendonitis treatment for seniors / older people
Factors to take into account when treating seniors / older people with Achilles injuries.

Maryke Louw
8 min read


Eccentric heel drops – Why aren’t they working for my Achilles pain?
This article explains why eccentric exercises for Achilles injuries might not have the desired effect and what you can do to fix this.

Steph Davies
5 min read


Achilles tendon laser treatment - Does it work?
Laser therapy for Achilles injuries may or may not provide short-term pain relief, but is unlikely to produce long-term relief and recovery.

Alison Gould
4 min read


Are squats bad for Achilles tendonitis?
Squats can make your pain worse if you have Achilles tendonitis. How to adapt your squats to take the strain off your Achilles tendon.

Maryke Louw
3 min read


Plyometric exercises for Achilles tendon rehab
Plyometrics can be useful for Achilles tendon rehab in some cases, and it is safe when introduced and done in the right way.

Maryke Louw
7 min read


Try this before you have a Tenex procedure for your Achilles tendon
Tenex has some advantages over other types of surgery, but it shouldn't be your first option for recovery from Achilles tendonitis.

Maryke Louw
7 min read


Why a night splint for Achilles tendonitis is a waste of money
Why a night splint for Achilles tendonitis is not the best option, and what you should do instead to recover from your Achilles injury.

Alison Gould
6 min read


Jumping rope and Achilles pain or Achilles tendonitis
1. Can jumping rope cause Achilles pain? 2. Can you use rope jumping as part of your treatment for Achilles tendonitis or tendinopathy?

Maryke Louw
6 min read


Ankle braces for Achilles tendonitis – do they work?
We explain why braces aren’t very useful for Achilles pain and suggest another simple thing you can do to help alleviate the pain.

Maryke Louw
4 min read
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