Swollen Achilles tendon – Why does it swell and when can I exercise?
Whether it’s a good idea to exercise with a swollen Achilles tendon depends on why it is swollen or appears to be swollen.
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Alison Gould
11 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.
Maryke Louw
4 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.
Alison Gould
7 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.
Maryke Louw
13 min read
Achilles rehab after surgery: Exercises, targets, and recovery time
What a typical rehab plan after Achilles tendon surgery should look like, what targets to aim for, and how long recovery should take.
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Can you walk with a torn Achilles tendon?
How a partially as well as fully torn Achilles tendon will affect your walking, and when you may be ready to start walking again.
Alison Gould
10 min read
Partial Achilles tears – the symptoms, healing process, and treatment
This article explains what the partial Achilles tear symptoms are, how the healing process works, and elements of a good rehab programme.
Maryke Louw
8 min read
Achilles tendon tears/ruptures – Diagnosis and treatment
It’s extremely important to have an Achilles tendon tear diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. If it is treated quickly, you will...
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Neuromuscular exercises for Achilles tendonitis rehab
Neuromuscular or motor control may play a role in both the cause as well as the successful treatment of Achilles tendonitis. In this...
Maryke Louw
6 min read
Supplements for Achilles tendon repair
People with Achilles tendon injuries like Achilles tendonitis may benefit from taking supplements before they do their rehab exercises.
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