Achilles tendinitis is the inflammation of the Achilles tendon. Achilles tendinitis typically occurs due to the overuse of the Achilles tendon or certain long-term medications.
Pain at the heel tendon when touched
During or after running or other sport activities like stair climbing or sprinting, Sudden movement during physical activity
Improved with rest
or Heel pain
Improved with rest
During or after running or other sport activities like stair climbing or sprinting, Sudden movement during physical activity
Pain at the heel tendon
common
Enlarged feet or ankle
Swelling, lump or nodule only above the back of the heel
In one side, In both feet or ankles
common
Gradual inability to stand on toes
Trouble walking
Wearing high heels daily or for prolonged durations
or Stop and go sports
or Stepping into a hole or falling from a height on feet
Preexisting achilles tendon problems
or Foot misalignment
Overweight or obese
Use of steroids
or Use of fluoroquinolones
If you have Achilles Tendinitis, then a visit to an orthopedic surgeon is recommended.
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Orthopedic surgeon