Chiropractor & Physical Therapy for Achilles Tendonitis Treatment in Carrollton, TX
Achilles tendonitis, also spelled Achilles tendinitis, is a condition characterized by inflammation of the Achilles tendon. The Achilles tendon is a strong, fibrous band of tissue that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus). It is essential for activities like walking, running, and jumping.
Achilles tendonitis often occurs as a result of overuse or repetitive strain on the Achilles tendon. This can happen due to activities that involve running, jumping, or sudden increases in intensity or duration of exercise. Other factors that may contribute to the development of Achilles tendonitis include poor footwear, tight calf muscles, and biomechanical issues.
What are common symptoms of Achilles tendonitis?
Achilles tendonintis most commonly presents with sharp pain in the Achilles tendon itself, which sits below the calf muscles and above the heel. The pain can be on the medial or lateral portion of the tendon or even right in the middle. Often pain can occur down at the heel attachment as well.
Although, pain is often sharp in sensation, it can also be dull and achy or feel like tightness. This tends to feel worse in the morning upon waking up and walking around and can improve with activity and movement throughout the day. Sometimes it can feel worse with physical activity.
Swelling and nodules can appear or form around the tendon or near the heel as well.
How can Chiropractic care or Physical Therapy help Achilles Tendonitis?
Chiropractic care can be helpful with recovery from Achilles Tendonitis. Initial goals are to reduce inflammation of the Achilles tendon and increase blood circulation to the area to assist in recovery. This can be done with techniques such as dry needling, shockwave therapy, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization techniques or cross-friction massage techniques. Addressing the soft tissues of the calf and the arch of the foot is important as well.
Manipulation and joint mobilization around the foot and ankle can help to improve the biomechanics of the foot/arch and the ankle. Strengthening exercises or physical therapy exercises of the calf and Achilles along with the arch/foot and pelvic regions also help to improve those symptoms.
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Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Services in Carrollton, TX
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