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Defining Achilles Tendonitis
March 24, 2011 | 
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If you experience pain while running, and if that same pain re-establishes itself as you tiptoe, you may want to find out more information about Achilles tendonitis.
With Achilles tendonitis, the large tendon in the back of the ankle becomes irritated and inflamed. It is a common injury that can affect athletes who do a lot of running. Pain behind the heel is one of the most obvious symptoms, and the most significant pain can come after extended periods of inactivity. You may feel the pain most when you first get out of the bed in the morning.
Mild cases can be treated by resting the tendon to allow inflammation to settle. Applying ice and using light stretching also will help. You never want to overdo a tendon, as these injuries are difficult to determine just how long it will take to heal.
For all serious treatments, you will need to speak with a medical representative, such as one of our Plano TX podiatry staff members. In rare cases, Achilles tendonitis can be treated with surgery. Our Plano foot and ankle specialists can assist you with further information.
Call us today, or visit us online for more information on Achilles tendonitis or other like injuries involving the foot and ankle.
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Plantar Fasciitis Can Take You Off Your Feet
Plantar fasciitis is caused when a band of tissue extending from the heel to the toes becomes irritated. It is the chief cause of foot pain. However, plantar fasciitis can also be due to a fracture, tendonitis, arthritis, nerve irritation, or a cyst. Plantar fasciitis is also synonymous with heel spurs.
When you experience foot pain, it is time to visit our Plano TX podiatrists at Premier Foot & Ankle. Dr. Korpinen and his podiatry staff will inform you about your condition. Then, they will develop a progressive plan to treat your plantar fasciitis using the most cutting edge tools in podiatric medicine; such as Podiatherm Radiofrequency treatment.
Non-Surgical / Non-Invasive Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Mild cases of plantar fasciitis can be treated with a few simple exercises. Stretching your calf muscles may help decrease fascia pain. You could also consider short periods of cooling with ice. Also, wear shoes as opposed to going barefoot. You should also reduce activities that may have caused pain in the first place. Mild anti-inflammatory medicines can also be used to reduce swelling. Though you should only do so with doctor approval. You should also start wearing supportive shoes and podiatrist prescribed custom orthotics.
However, if these measures do not decrease your foot pain, it is time to schedule an appointment with your Plano TX podiatry clinic.
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