Learn More About Achilles Tendon Injuries
Why Choose Bluegrass Orthopaedics for Achilles Tendon Injuries
- Achilles Pain and Injury Diagnosis: Our team evaluates pain, stiffness, and swelling along the Achilles tendon to identify conditions such as tendinitis, tendinosis, or tendon injury, while also ruling out other possible causes.
- Personalized Non-Surgical Treatment Options: We create individualized care plans that may include activity modification, immobilization, physical therapy, heel lifts, and anti-inflammatory treatments to support proper tendon healing.
- Advanced Care for Chronic or Severe Conditions: For patients with persistent symptoms or significant tendon damage, we provide advanced imaging and surgical treatment options when appropriate to help restore strength and function.
- Foot and Ankle Treatment by Orthopedic Specialists: Our orthopedic specialists have extensive experience treating Achilles tendon conditions and are dedicated to helping patients safely return to walking, work, and athletic activities.
Achilles Tendon Injuries Symptoms
- Pain or stiffness along the back of the ankle or heel, especially first thing in the morning or after periods of rest.
- Tenderness or soreness along the Achilles tendon, particularly when pressing on the area.
- Swelling or thickening of the tendon above the heel.
- Pain that worsens with activity such as walking, running, or climbing stairs.
- Limited ankle flexibility or difficulty pushing off the foot.
- A feeling of weakness or tightness in the calf or ankle.