The Complicated Achilles Injury Sidelining Pros and Everyday Runners Alike—and How to Recover From It

Treatment can take months and sometimes requires surgery, but it’s usually possible to get back to running pain-free.

Is a Heel Lift Enough for Achilles Tendinopathy? Things to Check Before Using Insoles

Hello! I am Naoki Kamiya, a physical therapist.I am sometimes asked, "My Achilles tendon hurts, so I should just raise my ...
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6 physical therapy exercises for Achilles tendonitis

Stretching and strengthening the calf muscles with exercises can relieve Achilles tendonitis. Use heavy weight-bearing exercises as part of your recovery only with the guidance of a physical therapist ...

When Achilles Tendon Stretching Fails to Improve Dorsiflexion: Perspectives on Kager's Fat Pad and Gliding

The cause of ankle dorsiflexion restriction may not just be "Achilles tendon tightness," but could be deeply related to gliding impairment due to adhesions in Kager's fat pad (KFP). The plantar fascia ...

2 Podiatrists Say to Avoid ‘Overly Cushioned’ Shoes for Achilles Tendonitis — Try These Sneakers Instead

Including styles from New Balance and Asics ...