Platelet rich plasma (PRP) for Achilles tendonitis is sometimes effective ... and other times not. The outcome depends on a number of factors, and fortunately there are things you can do before and after a PRP injection to stack the odds in your favour.

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.

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.

Corticosteroid injections can provide excellent pain relief in the short term, but they are bad for your tendon in the long run.

A high volume injection is one of the treatment options for patients with mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy. Does it work?