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.
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Maryke Louw
4 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
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.
Maryke Louw
4 min read
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
2 min read
Why corticosteroid injections may not be a good treatment option for Achilles tendinopathy
Corticosteroid injections can provide excellent pain relief in the short term, but they are bad for your tendon in the long run.
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Can statins cause Achilles tendinopathy?
Yes. The side effects of statins include an increased risk of developing Achilles tendinopathy and of Achilles tendon tears. The...
Maryke Louw
4 min read
These antibiotics can cause Achilles tendonitis and tendon rupture
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause both Achilles tendonitis and spontaneous Achilles tendon rupture in fit and active people.
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