If you are feeling pain in the back of your heel, you may be suffering from Achilles tendonitis in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel and Maple Lawn, MD. The Achilles tendon is the strongest and the longest tendon in the body. It connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. Our team of experienced podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland can diagnose and treat this condition.
Achilles Tendonitis Causes
Achilles tendonitis is a common condition that is an irritation of the Achilles tendon. This tendon gets a lot of use. It is used when climbing steps, walking, running, jumping, or standing on tip toes. It is a strong tendon and designed to take a lot of abuse, but it does get irritated and inflamed, often from over use or from use without a warm-up. Pushing your body too hard and too fast can result in this type of pain. Another common cause is a calf muscle that is too tight.
Achilles Tendonitis Symptoms
Pain is the main symptom of Achilles tendonitis. It can be pain in the morning in the tendon, or it can be pain the day after you have taken part in exercise. If the pain in the back of your heel gets worse with activity or the back of the heel hurts when you wear shoes, it may be Achilles tendonitis. You may notice swelling that doesn't go away, but mostly it is a pain, then it is probably Achilles tendonitis in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD.
Achilles Tendonitis Treatment
There is no quick fix for this condition. Resolving the pain will take several months. The first non-invasive treatment is rest, and using ice along with rest helps a great deal. You need to avoid activities that irritate the tendon, so stick to exercise that won't hurt it more. The pain can be managed with OTC NSAIDs. Physical therapy, including stretching exercises, is very helpful in the treatment of Achilles tendonitis.
Suppose you are suffering from Achilles tendonitis in Olney, Camp Springs/Clinton, Silver Spring, Kensington, Laurel, and Maple Lawn, MD. The board-certified podiatrists at Family Foot & Ankle Associates of Maryland can help. Call one of our offices for an appointment.
- Silver Spring, MD, at (301) 439-0300
- Kensington, MD, at (301) 942-8110
- Camp Springs, MD, at (301) 868-7670
- Olney, MD, at (301) 924-5044
- Laurel, MD, at (301) 317-6800
- Maple Lawn, MD, at (301) 317-6800