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Chronic Achilles tendonitis – What it means and how to treat it
We regularly receive emails from people who’ve been stuck with Achilles pain for more than a year, often several years, asking “Is there...
Maryke Louw
9 min read


Why your heel is sensitive to touch – and why this fluctuates
Why your heel can be sensitive when you press on it, why this sensitivity can vary, and why it might remain after the injury has healed.
Maryke Louw
3 min read


Best everyday shoes for Achilles tendonitis … and workarounds for the worst shoes
The best and the worst everyday shoes for Achilles tendonitis - and what to do if you have to wear "incorrect" shoes.
Alison Gould
7 min read


Stem cell treatment for Achilles injuries?
We explain what stem cell treatment for an Achilles injury entails and what the research says about its effectiveness.
Maryke Louw
4 min read


Dry needling for Achilles tendonitis – How does it work?
Does dry needling work for Achilles tendonitis? Yes. We explain how it works and why it won't heal your tendon as a standalone treatment.
Alison Gould
6 min read


TENS for Achilles tendonitis – What it can and cannot do
What the research says about TENS for Achilles tendonitis, and some practical tips on how to use a TENS unit for Achilles tendonitis.
Maryke Louw
6 min read


Achilles pain and stiffness after sitting? Five reasons why this might be
Here’s a five-point checklist to figure out why sitting may aggravate your Achilles injury symptoms and advice on what to do in each case.
Maryke Louw
4 min read


Tenex procedure rehab protocol for Achilles tendons
This article has some useful tips on Achilles rehab after a Tenex procedure and provides guidance on recovery times.
Maryke Louw
5 min read


Nitroglycerin patches for Achilles tendonitis – Do they work and what are the side effects?
This article looks at how nitroglycerin patches are thought to benefit tendon healing and summarises the results of the latest research.
Maryke Louw
4 min read


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.
Alison Gould
4 min read


Compression sock for Achilles tendonitis? Don’t waste your money
Why compressions socks don't help for Achilles tendonitis and what you should do instead for pain relief and long-term recovery.
Alison Gould
3 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.
Alison Gould
11 min read


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.
Maryke Louw
7 min read


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.
Steph Davies
3 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.
Maryke Louw
5 min read


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.
Maryke Louw
8 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.
Steph Davies
10 min read


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
4 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.
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
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