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What Is Achilles Tendonitis?
Achilles tendonitis is inflammation and/or degeneration of the achilles tendon. Most injuries of the achilles tendon are caused by repetitive motion associated with poor biomechanics. Things such as improper footwear, improper warm up before activity, inflexibility of the calf muscles, and improper cool down following an activity are factors that increase the chance of developing achilles tendonitis.
TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR ACHILLES TENDONITIS IN Raleigh, NC
As with most orthopedic conditions, patients will often begin with a combination of physical therapy, anti-inflammatories, ice and rest (and in some cases, steroid injections). When these methods are no longer effective, Carolina Nonsurgical Orthopedics offers the latest in cutting-edge treatments to reduce pain and get you back to the activities you enjoy. Some of these innovative alternatives to surgery include Orthobiologics and Regenerative Medicine treatments, such as:
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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections: Use your own platelets to reduce inflammation and accelerate healing.
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Shockwave: A non-invasive therapy that uses impulses to treat chronic pain and repair tissue.
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Walking Boot and Night splints
See the full list of conditions and treatments offered at Carolina Nonsurgical Orthopedics.
READ MORE ABOUT ACHILLES TENDONITIS
Diagnosis of achilles tendonitis includes patient history, physical examination, and sometimes imaging tests. Physical examination findings include palpation for tenderness, swelling, nodules, warmth, and increased width of the tendon. Imaging tests that may help diagnose achilles tendonitis include: X-ray, ultrasound, and MRI. Ultrasound is the most reliable in determining the thickness of the achilles tendon.
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