Achilles Tendon
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Achilles tendon problems can cause pain, stiffness and swelling at the back of the heel. Treatment focuses on reducing strain, promoting healing and restoring strength and flexibility.
Achilles tendinopathy causes pain, stiffness and swelling along the tendon at the back of the heel. Treatment focuses on reducing strain, promoting healing and restoring strength and flexibility.
An Achilles tendon rupture results in sudden pain and loss of function at the back of the heel. Care aims to repair or support the tendon, restore mobility and rebuild strength over time.