Achilles tendon pain is one of the most common running and sports injuries we see at Podium Physiotherapy.
Whether your symptoms started during marathon training, tennis, hyrox, football or gym training, our physiotherapists focus on reducing pain, restoring tendon strength and helping you return to activity safely.
Our clinic in Raynes Park is conveniently located for patients travelling from Wimbledon, Wimbledon Village, South Wimbledon, New Malden and Kingston.
The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and plays an important role in walking, running and jumping.
Achilles tendinopathy occurs when the tendon becomes irritated and unable to tolerate the loads placed upon it. Symptoms often develop gradually and may become worse with running, sport or prolonged walking.
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Our clinic is conveniently located in Raynes Park and regularly treats patients from Wimbledon, Wimbledon Village, South Wimbledon, New Malden, Kingston and the surrounding areas.
Whether you are training for a race, returning to sport or simply looking to walk comfortably again, our physiotherapists can help you understand the cause of your symptoms and guide your recovery.
If you are experiencing Achilles pain, early assessment and treatment can help prevent symptoms from becoming persistent and allow you to return to the activities you enjoy sooner.
Yes. Physiotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for Achilles tendinopathy. Treatment focuses on improving the tendon’s ability to tolerate load, reducing pain and stiffness, and addressing contributing factors such as muscle weakness, training errors or movement patterns. A personalised rehabilitation programme can help you return to running, sport and daily activities safely.
Recovery times vary depending on the severity of symptoms and how long the problem has been present. Some people notice significant improvements within a few weeks, while others may require several months of structured rehabilitation. Early assessment and appropriate treatment can often improve recovery outcomes.
In many cases, some level of running can be continued during rehabilitation. However, continuing to train through significant pain can sometimes delay recovery. A physiotherapist can help determine how much activity is appropriate and guide you through a safe return-to-running programme.
Achilles tendinopathy often develops when the tendon is exposed to more load than it can currently tolerate. Common causes include sudden increases in running mileage, hill training, sprint work, returning to sport after a break, reduced calf strength and inadequate recovery between training sessions.
Not usually. Achilles tendinopathy can often be diagnosed through a detailed clinical assessment. In some cases, imaging such as an ultrasound scan or MRI may be recommended if symptoms are not improving as expected or if another condition is suspected.
Podium Physiotherapy, we have a specialist interest in the management of tendon injuries. We can provides expert assessment and treatment for Achilles tendinopathy from our Raynes Park clinic, conveniently located for patients travelling from Wimbledon, Wimbledon Village, South Wimbledon, New Malden, Kingston and the surrounding areas.
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