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.
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Steph Davies
- 3 min
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.
Maryke Louw
- 4 min
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
- 8 min
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.
Steph Davies
- 9 min
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
- 4 min
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
- 6 min
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
Chronic Achilles tendonitis treatment – understanding the nature of pain
How chronic Achilles pain can be “unlearnt” by understanding the nature of pain.
Maryke Louw
- 4 min
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
- 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
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.
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
- 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
- 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
Taping for Achilles tendonitis
We explain why people use kinesiotape on Achilles injuries, what the research says about how effective it is, and what else you can do.
Alison Gould
- 5 min
Shoe inserts for Achilles tendonitis
Heel-raising Achilles tendon inserts for your shoe can help to relieve Achilles pain but will not heal your injury. Here's what to do.
Maryke Louw
- 4 min
Calcific Achilles tendonitis: Causes and treatment
Calcific Achilles tendonitis is when your usual tendonitis is accompanied by some calcification in your Achilles tendon. This article...
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