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Achilles Tendinitis Treatment in Mill Creek, WA

Achilles tendinitis is a common overuse injury that can cause pain and stiffness in the back of your ankle, especially during physical activity. At Hansen Foot & Ankle, sports medicine experts Nathan Hansen, DPM, and Simrit Kaur, DPM, offer specialized care to help you recover and return to your active lifestyle. With a deep understanding of the challenges athletes face, Dr. Hansen and Dr. Kaur provide personalized treatment plans to address Achilles tendinitis effectively. Call Hansen Foot & Ankle in Mill Creek, Washington, today to schedule your appointment or book online. We proudly serve patients from Snohomish, Everett, Marysville, Seattle, and surrounding areas.

Achilles Tendonitis Q & A

Achilles tendinitis Q&A

What is Achilles tendinitis?

Achilles tendinitis is caused by inflammation and pain in the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the calcaneus (heel bone).

What is the cause of Achilles tendinitis?

It is typically caused by overuse or repetitive strain on the Achilles tendon. Achilles tendinitis can also be linked to flatfeet, obesity, and tight calf muscles, which increase tendon strain.

What are the symptoms of Achilles tendinitis?

Pain along the back of the calf or above the heel that worsens with activity. It may occur after running, climbing stairs, or playing sports. This pain can be in the substance of the tendon or the back of the heel bone where the tendon attaches. It can involve a palpable thickening of the tendon.

How is Achilles tendinitis treated?

RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) therapy, over-the-counter NSAIDs (non-steroid anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen or naproxen), physical therapy (such as eccentric heel lifts), activity modifications, supportive shoes with heel lifts to offload the tendon, orthotics, CAM boot if the pain is severe. If these conservative treatments do not heal the condition, then more advanced treatments are used, including shockwave therapy and surgery.

At Hansen Foot & Ankle, we provide expert care for Achilles tendinitis and other foot and ankle conditions. Whether you're in Mill Creek, Everett, Snohomish, Marysville, Seattle, Bellevue, or Bellingham, our skilled podiatrists, Dr. Hansen, and Dr. Kaur, are here to help you regain mobility and live pain-free. Don't let Achilles tendinitis slow you down; schedule an appointment today to receive personalized treatment and experience the exceptional care that has made Hansen Foot & Ankle a trusted name in podiatry throughout the Puget Sound region.