Settle Achilles Pain & Get Back to Activity
Settle Achilles Pain & Get Back to Activity
What it is:
Mid-Portion Tendinopathy – Overload and thickening in the mid-Achilles; morning stiffness that eases with gentle use.
Insertional Tendinopathy – Irritation where the tendon meets the heel bone; aggravated by hills and stiff shoes.
Paratenon Irritation – Friction/inflammation of the tendon covering, often with creaking or local swelling.
Symptoms:
Morning stiffness, pain with walking/running, warm-up relief.
Causes:
Training load errors, calf weakness, footwear changes.
Timeframes:
Weeks–months; staged milestones.