Bent-knee calf raises – How to target the soleus part of the Achilles tendon
We look at various types of bent-knee calf exercise and what the latest research implies for its use in Achilles rehab programmes.
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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
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.
Steph Davies
9 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.
Maryke Louw
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.
Alison Gould
8 min read
Chronic Achilles tendonitis treatment – understanding the nature of pain
How chronic Achilles pain can be “unlearnt” by understanding the nature of pain.
Steph Davies
4 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.
Maryke Louw
12 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
5 min read
Achilles tendonitis - How to handle painful flare-ups
How to deal with painful flare-ups during your Achilles tendon rehab.
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 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 read
Achilles tendonitis treatment for seniors / older people
Factors to take into account when treating seniors / older people with Achilles injuries.
Steph Davies
5 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.
Maryke Louw
3 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
7 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
5 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?
Alison Gould
4 min read
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
6 min read
Achilles tendinopathy exercise progression - How quickly can you do it?
Why it is better not to do your Achilles tendinopathy exercise progression too quickly, so you can avoid injuring your tendon again.
Maryke Louw
6 min read
Don't confuse heel drop exercises for Achilles tendonitis with stretching!
Do not confuse heel drop exercises for Achilles tendinopathy with stretching, because they are two very different things.
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Top tips for insertional Achilles tendinopathy/tendonitis
Insertional Achilles tendinopathy/tendonitis is a very specific kind of Achilles injury. In this article, Maryke explains why you should...
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