ACHILLES TENDON

What is Achilles tendon?

The Achilles tendon connects the muscles in calf to the heel bone. It is made up of thick fibrous tissues. If your Achilles tendon ruptures, we have both surgical and non-surgical treatments to help you get back on your feet again without any pain. The Achilles tendon is also known as the calcaneal tendon.

The Achilles tendon is the strongest and largest tendon in human body. When we flex our calf muscles the Achilles tendon is pulled on the heel. This movement enables us to stand on our toes during walking, running or jumping. Even though it is the strongest tendon in the body, it may still get injured because of high tensions placed on it.

Achilles Tendon Conditions

Achilles tendon tear
Achilles peritendonitis
Achilles tendon rupture
Computed tomography (CT scan)
Knee flexion (Matles) test
X-ray film
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scan)

Achilles Tendon Diagnosis

Your doctor may be able to tell just by looking at or touching your foot that you are experiencing Achilles tendon, however, to confirm one or more of the below tests are recommended by doctors.

Physical examination
Achilles tendon ultrasound
Thompson test
Computed tomography (CT scan)
Knee flexion (Matles) test
X-ray film
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scan)

Achilles tendon Treatments

If you are diagnosed with Achilles Tendon, you will be suggested one of the following treatments by your doctor.

Rice therapy
Heat
Physical therapy
Pain relievers
Footwear
Immobilization

OUR TRAINED TEAM

Book an Appointment,Happy Feet in the office of Andrea Hyperbaric

We offer a full array of podiatric services to help you maintain healthy feet.Get in touch with us to see how we can help you. Book an appointment to enjoy the optimal health that you deserve. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT