What Is Achilles Tendon?
The Achilles Tendon is the longest and most powerful tendon in the body but can become inflamed and painful, resulting in Achilles Tendinitis. Prolonged Achilles tendinitis without treatment and diagnosis by podiatrists can result in tearing and weakening of the tendon. Typically, Our podiatrists treat Achilles tendinitis through conservative measures such as stretching, custom orthotics, physical therapy, and X-rays which can be implemented during an office visit.

In some instances, further imaging such as an MRI may be necessary to rule out tearing or fibrosis of the Achilles Tendon. If torn, the Achilles tendon may require surgical repair to ensure the best quality of life for the patient. An evaluation by a doctor is always necessary for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Achilles Tendon Pain
The Achilles tendon is not only the largest in our body. It is also the strongest, having the ability to withstand up to 1,000 lbs of force! With every step, the Achilles acts to propel our body forward over our feet. Life in an active city such as New York inevitably results in an incredible amount of stress to this tendon, even on a typical day. Achilles tendon pain, tendinitis, tears, or other injuries can significantly affect the quality of life, ability to achieve health and fitness goals, and ability to work.

Despite its power, the Achilles tendon is also prone to injury. Areas of this important Achilles tendon lack a direct blood supply causing weakness and delayed healing in those regions. Achilles tendon injuries are widespread in tennis, basketball, and soccer and should be seen by a foot and ankle specialist immediately. Podiatrist, Our Podiatrists are specialists in Achilles injuries and offers conservative and surgical treatments.

What Are the Causes of Achilles Tendinitis?
Achilles Tendinitis is a type caused repetitive stress injury such as running. As the most reputable and trusted foot doctor in NYC, Our Podiatrists differentiate between two groups of Achilles tendon causes:

Extrinsic factors: age, sex, foot cavity, metabolic dysfunction, muscle weakness, dysmetria, lateral instability of the ankle, and anatomical variation of the plantaris muscle.
Intrinsic factors: mechanical overload, inappropriate equipment, constant effort, improper footwear, lack of stretching or warning, and direct trauma.
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