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We successfully treat and help manage pain and tears of the Achilles tendon at our physiotherapy and sports injury clinic in Galway City. Achilles pain is also known as Achilles tendonitis or Achilles tendinopathy. Achilles pain is a general term used to describe pain or inflammation in the Achilles tendon at the back of the heel. This is a common overuse injury caused by repetitive load and stress which exceeds the tendon’s shock absorbing capacity and leads to an inflammatory process. The tendon can also be subject to a sudden injury, or in the worst case, a rupture of the Achilles tendon. In both cases, a lack of flexibility or a stiff Achilles tendon can increase the risk of these injuries.
The Achilles tendon is the biggest and strongest tendon in the human body. The tendon has the capacity to resist large tensile forces. It stems from a distal confluence of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscle and inserts at the bottom of the calcaneus.
There are three main stages of tendon disrepair are the following:
Risk factors for developing Achilles Tendinopathy include the following:
The key goal of tendinopathy treatment is to improve the energy storage and overall loading capacity of the tendon. This is the ability of the tendon and associated muscle to work and manage load, essentially acting as a ‘spring’ in storing and then releasing energy. Three key exercises for Achilles tendinopathy are:
Here at West Coast Physio Ireland we are dedicated to giving you the leading edge in your recovery.
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During this pandemic, chartered physiotherapists at West Coast Physio will continue to provide services while following all relevant government COVID-19 guidelines to keep you safe during your visit, including screening for COVID-19 before each treatment.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical advice. If you have any questions about your condition, please do not hesitate to give us a call.
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