Struggling with pain at the top of your Achilles tendon? Learn what causes this type of pain, how to identify it, and the most effective treatment steps to get you back to pain-free movement.

One emerging option for the treatment of Achilles tendon injuries is red light therapy, also known as photobiomodulation. This treatment uses specific wavelengths of red or near-infrared light to stimulate cells and tissues. But does it actually help Achilles tendons?

Planning a holiday when you’re dealing with Achilles tendonitis or tendinopathy can feel stressful – but it doesn’t have to be. With the right preparation, you can still enjoy your trip without making your injury worse. Whether you’re heading to the beach, exploring a new city, or going on a hiking break, simple changes to your daily routine, footwear, and activity levels can help protect your Achilles.

Learn the dos and don’ts of relieving Achilles pain with a massage gun.

We regularly receive emails from people who’ve been stuck with Achilles pain for more than a year, often several years, asking “Is there...

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.

The best and the worst everyday shoes for Achilles tendonitis - and what to do if you have to wear "incorrect" shoes.

We explain what stem cell treatment for an Achilles injury entails and what the research says about its effectiveness.

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.

What the research says about TENS for Achilles tendonitis, and some practical tips on how to use a TENS unit for Achilles tendonitis.

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.

This article has some useful tips on Achilles rehab after a Tenex procedure and provides guidance on recovery times.

This article looks at how nitroglycerin patches are thought to benefit tendon healing and summarises the results of the latest research.

Whether it’s a good idea to exercise with a swollen Achilles tendon depends on why it is swollen or appears to be swollen.

Why compressions socks don't help for Achilles tendonitis and what you should do instead for pain relief and long-term recovery.

The five psychological factors that can help injured people to recover from their injuries sooner.

Is it useful to get an injection for Achilles tendonitis? The answer depends on what type of injection we’re talking about.

We explain what hyaluronic acid is and take a look at initial research into its pain reducing qualities for tendons.

We look at what typical Achilles tendonitis recovery times are and discuss the most common factors that can speed up or delay recovery.

The best treatment approach for Achilles tendonitis. Also: Treatments that don't work and treatments that may make your injury worse.