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.
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Maryke Louw
- 12 min
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
- 5 min
Achilles tendonitis - How to handle painful flare-ups
How to deal with painful flare-ups during your Achilles tendon rehab.
Maryke Louw
- 4 min
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
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
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
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
- 8 min
Achilles tendonitis treatment for seniors / older people
Factors to take into account when treating seniors / older people with Achilles injuries.
Steph Davies
- 5 min
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.
Alison Gould
- 4 min
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.
Maryke Louw
- 3 min
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
- 7 min
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
- 6 min
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.
Alison Gould
- 6 min
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.
Maryke Louw
- 5 min
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
Red flags and tests for Achilles tendon ruptures and tears
In this article, we explain the tests for Achilles tendon ruptures and tears that we use in our clinic and the red flags we look out for.
Maryke Louw
- 4 min
Ankle braces for Achilles tendonitis – do they work?
We explain why braces aren’t very useful for Achilles pain and suggests another simple thing you can do to help alleviate the pain.
Alison Gould
- 5 min
Can I play football (soccer) with Achilles tendonitis?
This article provides some guidelines on whether and how to keep on playing football with an injured Achilles tendon.
Alison Gould
- 4 min
Walking with Achilles tendonitis
We often get asked, 'Is it OK to walk with Achilles tendonitis?' Here, we explain the dos and don'ts of walking with Achilles tendonitis.
Maryke Louw
- 4 min
Tingling around your heel and Achilles tendon: Causes and treatments
In this article, we list the most common causes of tingling or numbness in the heel area and what treatment may be most appropriate.
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