Expert Treatment for Achilles Tendon Injuries

Need to get back on your feet after experiencing Achilles tendon pain? Take our free assessment to find out how the team at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute can help.

When your Achilles tendon is injured, it makes it difficult to do many everyday activities, including walking, running and jumping. Our expert team of orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists and physical therapists at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute can help you move again, pain free.

Understanding Achilles tendon pain

The Achilles is the body’s largest tendon and connects the leg muscles to the foot. There are two ways you can injure this area. The most common is Achilles tendonitis, which occurs from overuse and lack of flexibility. The other is a rupture, which happens when there’s a break in the tendon. This requires immediate medical attention.

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How Achilles tendonitis develops

The Achilles tendon will repair itself quickly if it’s damaged only occasionally. But the pain and inflammation can become chronic if the area is damaged frequently. This results in tendonitis, a condition that happens when a tendon becomes inflamed, causing swelling, pain and discomfort. There are two types of Achilles tendonitis:

The fibers in the tendon break down and develop small tears, leading to swelling.

Pain at the spot where your tendon attaches to your heel bone. Bone spurs will often form on the heel.

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Treatment options

Treatment of Achilles tendonitis includes options such as modifying your activities and using steroid injections. Our experienced team at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute can advise you on which treatments are best for your situation.