Achilles tendinopathy
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Can Barefoot Shoes Help with Achilles Tendinopathy?
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Achilles tendinopathy—a condition involving pain, stiffness, or degeneration in the Achilles tendon—can be frustratingly persistent. Whether you’re an avid runner, walker, or simply trying to stay active without aggravating your symptoms, your choice of footwear plays a significant role in both relief and recovery. This blog explores a common question among those seeking solutions: Can…
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Essential Stretches for Achilles Tendons: A Physio’s Guide
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Introduction As a physiotherapist, I often see patients struggling with Achilles tendon issues. Whether it’s Achilles tendinopathy, stiffness, or general discomfort, stretching plays a vital role in maintaining the health and flexibility of this critical tendon. In this blog, I’ll share some of the most effective stretches for the Achilles tendon, helping you prevent injuries…
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Top Footwear Choices for Achilles Tendon Support
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Achilles tendinopathy can be a painful and debilitating condition, impacting your ability to walk, run, or even engage in everyday activities. Choosing the right footwear is crucial for managing this condition effectively. In this blog, we’ll explore the top footwear brands and models that provide the necessary support and cushioning to alleviate pain and promote…
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The Worst Shoes for Achilles Tendinopathy: What to Avoid for Optimal Recovery
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Introduction Achilles tendinopathy can be a debilitating condition that affects your ability to walk, run, or even stand comfortably. While effective treatment involves a combination of rest, physical therapy, and gradual strengthening exercises, the type of footwear you choose can either aid your recovery or exacerbate your symptoms. In this blog, we’ll explore the worst…
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Best Running Shoes for Achilles Tendinopathy: A Physio’s Guide
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Introduction Achilles tendinopathy, a common ailment among runners, can be a debilitating condition. As a physiotherapist with years of experience treating this issue, I’ve seen firsthand how the right footwear can make a significant difference in managing symptoms and promoting recovery. In this blog, I’ll share my recommendations for the best running shoes for those…
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Eccentric Loading – Is This The Magic Ingredient In Achilles Tendinopathy?
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Have you ever heard of eccentric loading? No – you’re not alone. It’s an essential component to gaining strength especially when it comes to treating Achilles Tendinopathy. If you are familiar with the term, then I imagine that you have spent some time weight training at the gym, am I right? In resistance training, it’s…
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Has Running Cause My Achilles Tendinopathy?
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The simple answer is quite possible – you can decide after reading this. 57% of runners will have Achilles Tendinopathy (previously known as Tendonitis) at some point, and many of those will get it recurrently. But when you look at how we load this tendon when we run it’s no surprise! This blog is a…
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Achilles Tendon Rupture
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A Classic Case Study Just this week in clinic I saw a fit young chap in his early 40s who I, unfortunately, had to diagnose with a ruptured Achilles tendon. His history was classic and without realising it he had shown symptoms of Achilles Tendonopathy for over a year, alongside the potential consequences. How did…
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Masterclass – Achilles Tendinopathy (Tendonitis)
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In this blog, we find out more about the Achilles tendon and what’s going on when we have Achilles Tendinopathy. Before going on to look at the best way to treat it. The Achilles Tendon Tendons are strong rope-like tissue that contains collagen protein. The purpose of the tendon is to transmit forces from the…
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