Sore Or Stiff Achilles Tendon In The Morning? It's NOT Tearing. Here Are The Causes & Treatment

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Sore Or Stiff Achilles Tendon In The Morning? It's NOT Tearing. Here Are The Causes & Treatment

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Күн бұрын

In this video, Maryke explains why your Achilles tendon may feel sore or stiff in the morning, what happens in the tendon, and why the common belief that your Achilles tendon is tearing when you step on it is absolute nonsense. Finally, she also discusses the best treatment options.
🌟Need more help with your injury? You’re welcome to consult one of the team at TMA online via video call for an assessment of your Achilles injury and a tailored treatment plan: www.treatmyach...
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📚 Chapters in this video:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:03 What causes a stiff or painful Achilles tendon in the morning?
00:02:43 Your Achilles tendon is NOT tearing
00:04:04 What happens inside the tendon to make it feel stiff or painful
00:06:56 The role of pain in rehab for an injured Achilles tendon
00:08:36 How to get rid of the stiffness and pain in your Achilles tendon
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Reference:
Cook JL, Rio E, Purdam CR, et al. Revisiting the continuum model of tendon pathology: what is its merit in clinical practice and research? British Journal of Sports Medicine 2016;50:1187-1191.

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@michaellove5827 11 ай бұрын

She is very honest and genuine while giving good information

@user-ze6qx1py2l Жыл бұрын

With this channel, I don‘t need to see a Dr. You are so right on my case. I have made much progress, and my tendon is becoming stronger.

@billybudd45 Жыл бұрын

Never had any problems while I was active. Only after sitting around being sedentary, deconditioned is when my Achilles and everything else started hurting. So I'm doing yoga, cardio and strength training.

@xbadandy182x 2 жыл бұрын

I've learned so much from this channel. Of all the doctors I've visited, medical posts of people's experiences on reddit.. KZfaq, social media, etc. This channel and the information given on the achilles injuries is superior. Even though this injury sucks, I always feel better listening to you speak. You clearly all are very good at putting yourselves in the patients shoes because all of the things you discuss are certainly the things that go through my mind.. those things I worry about and questions I ask. Thank you so much for doing what you do. I hope I never need to get a consult with your company but its assuring knowing its an option if I can't do this on my own.

@davidmark9905 Жыл бұрын

Well said. She's amazing. So well explained. Thanks again

@ramarao71 8 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot. I was experiencing Achilles tendon last two weeks and the "tear" worry was something creeping in the mind making me somewhat restless. Rather was really fearing the tear as that will stop my physical activities to good extent. Your explanation removes that fear . Thank you soooo much dear. Looks like destiny made me come across this video.

@TreatMyAchilles 8 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@sarkahalastova9667 6 ай бұрын

Just what I have been experiencing recently. I am so glad I came across your video.

@TreatMyAchilles 6 ай бұрын

I'm so glad!

@maundymark 8 ай бұрын

Hello Marika, This video is the best analysis of achilles tendon pain and stiffness. You have been able to explain in crystal clear details of what can and what happens to most ppl who are in a similar position. Thank you for sharing the information. I do a lot of walking and when I'm not walking I do skipping at home. I ruptured my tendon shortly after, but was fee the pain & stiffness long before. Thanks for the information.

@TreatMyAchilles 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jeffreydavis717 6 ай бұрын

I didn't start having this pain until I became older. True it dissipates within minutes. ❤ in any event I believe it's a condition with aging. 😮your commentary was right on point.

@TreatMyAchilles 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@rwarrell 11 ай бұрын

So happy I've found this channel! I'm a trail/ ultra runner and started having problems with my Achilles like 4 years ago when I went from road running to trail running. It got to a point where I couldn't run, but I never really stopped. However, running uphill was really painful. Did PT for a while and got a lot better, I can now run with no pain, but still very painful and stiff in the morning, and the back of the heel has been swollen ever since!

@TreatMyAchilles 11 ай бұрын

I'm glad you find the videos useful! This video may also give you some ideas: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@bikerdude6119 8 ай бұрын

I'm also an ultra runner . 3 weeks ago I was doing a 22 mile trail run. I began chaffing around mile 11 and my running form switched to avoid irritation. Then around mile 19 , boom , I felt some pain coming from the sides of my heel and in back of the heel. I stopped running until the pain went away which took about 5 minutes . I continued running downhill with less pain. Note the day before I did intervals. I raced a 50k the following week with some pain around my ankle and still got 9th. 3 weeks later it still lingers around my ankle and I have physical therapy in 2 days. I'm also requesting an MRI because my friend who's also a doctor and a more experienced ultra runner told me to do so

@webby10roadtoglory63 8 ай бұрын

Great advise , this has really helped with my recovery. The morning pain was something nobody had any answers to , until I found your channel. Keep up the great work , your knowledge is so helpful to many of us

@TreatMyAchilles 8 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@milescoleman910 Жыл бұрын

This makes more sense than everything else I could find

@ilenek.5428 6 ай бұрын

Me too! It confirmed what I suspected in some ways but didn't understand what was wrong.

@CriaAndKiddFW 3 ай бұрын

I injured my achilles tendon over a year and a half ago. It is painful in the morning as well as throughout the day, and not one Dr or p/t told me about this information. Even at night it's sensitive when sleeping. Thank you, I really hope this channel helps me finally heal. Thank you!

@TreatMyAchilles 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@fpvaddictdad2730 8 ай бұрын

This is a very well done video. It describes exactly what I am going through and how to recover. Thanks.

@TreatMyAchilles 8 ай бұрын

You're very welcome

@aran5050 7 ай бұрын

All my worries are gone! THANK YHOU!

@elizabethpeterson455 Жыл бұрын

She is so right😊...wrong shoes and walking on rough terrain. Great video...Thank you...

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@dmcnotme Жыл бұрын

Thank you for so detailed explanation, it really helps knowing the problem is not so tough as our mind thinks it is.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@kimlyle7983 Жыл бұрын

☝️ THAT'S the problem - its when I get up from resting (sitting or lying) that It's the worst.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

I need to make an updated video for how to treat this but in the meantime this one can provide some ideas: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Zq6SZqmExN6rXXU.html

@susanngigi1164 Жыл бұрын

This is what am going through right now. Agony!

@danielagarpal Жыл бұрын

Me too! It’s been almost a year of living like this. Stiff upon waking, incorporating from any kind of rest. Started with a lot of pain on the heel

@eannemarieweber5285 Жыл бұрын

I work as a cna 12 hour shifts and everytime i get up from the computer I have to start slow cause my achilles feel so tight and my feet tingle :( I am 38 and in good shape but man my feet feel ALOT OLDER making hard to want to exercise any more :(

@anitahardesty2163 Жыл бұрын

Yes its horrible pain when I wake up in the morning or get up after sitting!!

@1985themovement 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I found this video I've been dealing with this for the past year. In fact I went and had an evaluation and xray done just the other day from a foot and ankle specialist.

@tinaavantis6900 Ай бұрын

Did you get better?

@Testeverything521 10 ай бұрын

That title tag was so extremely specific and relevant that I've gotta stay and watch the video lol.

@TreatMyAchilles 10 ай бұрын

😂

@Bearwitness33 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this channel! Her advice really helped my right Achilles feel 10 times better

@TreatMyAchilles 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@etiennegosselin4768 10 ай бұрын

Wonderful video, thanks a lot for this! Rehab my tendons, one step at a time! Merci

@dilabakri 11 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I need to hear! Started playing volleyball again this month since I last played in 2009. I regularly exercise like doing HIIT, functional strength training and running. But sports is a different kind of animal after being away for that long. I’ll remind myself to take it slow, do a lot more strengthening sessions and rest more in between training days.

@marlo2198 9 күн бұрын

Dankie Maryke, dit is nou presies die video waarna ek opsoek was! Groete

@TreatMyAchilles 9 күн бұрын

Goed om te hoor! Dalk sal jy hierdie video ook nuttig vind: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@DaveJMorten Жыл бұрын

Finally someone who knows their stuff. Thanks for these insights and tips. I have been experiencing achilles tendonitis since I've started running in barefoot shoes. I guess, I started out a little too aggressive (no transitioning time).

@bikerdude6119 8 ай бұрын

I'm an ultra runner . 3 weeks ago I was doing a 22 mile trail run. I began chaffing around mile 11 and my running form switched to avoid irritation. Then around mile 19 , boom , I felt some pain coming from the sides of my heel and in back of the heel. I stopped running until the pain went away which took about 5 minutes . I continued running downhill with less pain. Note the day before I did intervals. I raced a 50k the following week with some pain around my ankle and still got 9th. 3 weeks later it still lingers around my ankle and I have physical therapy in 2 days. I'm also requesting an MRI because my friend who's also a doctor and a more experienced ultra runner told me to do so I already took xrays and nothing is broken, i did continue running easy miles with no long runs but during my runs i get pain in front of my ankle, on the interior just above my ankle and in the back of my heel. I feel like it transitions throughout my ankle. Hopefully nothing is ruptured and wont require surgery

@lenrocks9761 Жыл бұрын

That was a extremely helpful video, I really appreciate how you broke everything down so well. Thank you.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@monikajanovska921 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maryka for your perfect explanation. And you gave me some hope about my injured and painful Achilles

@MajorDrama1 3 ай бұрын

This makes more sense than anything else Ive heard on the topic and maps with my experience with the irritated tendon - But great to have it confirmed - Thanks for posting

@TreatMyAchilles 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@kenshort5109 Жыл бұрын

Really helpful. You explained what is actually happening with clarity and just the right level of information. Thanks

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@bjornpienaar5048 2 ай бұрын

Fabulous video, thanks. I love how you explain things. Very insightful and professional. You have helped me before with an injury, now again. Keep it up!

@Scalp269 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video. That was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!!!!

@TreatMyAchilles 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@chrisconrad4521 10 ай бұрын

This is what I needed to hear. Thank you so much

@TreatMyAchilles 10 ай бұрын

You are welcome

@Oughut88 Жыл бұрын

I have this from wearing totally flat ballet flats/pumps. I now buy them with a 1 cm heel and the problem is improving.

@tonygarrett3026 4 ай бұрын

You’re great. I appreciate this info. I’ve been a runner my whole life, but my mid 40s have been hard on my Achilles tendons. Thanks for setting my mind at ease!

@TreatMyAchilles 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@Jim-Andrews-Thailand Жыл бұрын

What a great video and clear explanation, very much appreciated - Thanks Jim

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Very welcome

@patrickoberem9109 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. So encouraging and informative.

@TreatMyAchilles 9 ай бұрын

So glad!

@aussiespursfan8609 Жыл бұрын

This was such a helpful video and cleared up so many doubts I had , got a new subscriber! Many thanks

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@broncotrail 6 ай бұрын

These videos are great! Thanks.

@TreatMyAchilles 6 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@JR-zu9hl 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Very informative and you made it easy for a layperson to understand. I had this condition very bad about a year ago. This is the best explanation that I’ve heard.

@TreatMyAchilles 3 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@25167531 23 күн бұрын

If only I saw this video a few years ago, thank you

@TreatMyAchilles 22 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@sidiahmedcherkaoui1584 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much I like the way you express yourself.

@TreatMyAchilles 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@ewaf88 Жыл бұрын

Two years ago, when I was 63, I managed to run up 81 steps ( and down again of course ) 50 times in 1 hour 7 minutes. I had 40 years of pain, siffness and fatigue and my prmises athletic sprinting career was ruined, before my disease was finally diagnosed in 2019 Now with a drug called Imraldi , Ive got my strength back and have been really going for it. Both my Achilles tendons have got a bit sore, so Im goung to follow your rehab program. Thank you for explaining things

@rosacorcoran8258 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. It's really concerning how debilitating this problem is. I'm basically having difficulty even walking at this stage as I have the problem in both ankles. The MRI report states there is thickening of the tendon and I've been given a series of exercises to do but as soon as I walk at all, it flares almost immediately.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You may want to check what shoes your wear and if using a heel lift insole can help kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdiqpbFhsNnJh5s.html

@rosacorcoran8258 Жыл бұрын

@@TreatMyAchilles thank you!

@RubyZanUK Жыл бұрын

Same here.

@Volkbrecht Жыл бұрын

Similar problem here. Takes a few days of doing basically nothing to get rid of it, and walking is almost all I do. And not even anything wild. A not too fast 5 k (about an hour, with a few exercises in between) most mornings, and one longer walk (about 15k) once a week. But not walking is just not an option if I want to keep my weight under control.

@annie68164 9 ай бұрын

Did you end up figuring out how to relieve it? Mine always seems to hurt regardless what I do. It is embarrassing to almost have to limp every single time I get up from sitting at work. I'm thinking of trying that KT tape

@lurklingX 3 ай бұрын

*fantastic!* thank you. i recently got this stiffness myself. i think it could be the doing hills and for1.5+ hrs and suddenly different shoes. it's nice to know what the stiffness actually MEANS. i'll be more cognizant of the stuff you mentioned and monitor this in future as well.

@spectravisionmeditec 10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for this informational video it help me a lot to gain confidence to play again thanks

@TreatMyAchilles 10 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@nicolevic3604 Жыл бұрын

This definitely answered my concerns. My stiffness came after walking in sand.

@LB-nv2bj 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the information. I'm actually in physical therapy because I tore the tendon next to it and they can't figure out what's wrong with my achilles now. I'm positive it's because I went from walking several miles a day and working on the ladder to complete immobilization for 8 weeks while they couldn't get me into an MRI.

@a8lg6p Жыл бұрын

This is super-helpful. I re-aggravated an old ankle injury by running on the beach (started 5K twice a week after previously only doing like half that once a week), and, what I think really did it, jumping onto and off of fallen trees. Yeah, I'm 40...also in the best shape of my life, and I refuse to accept that that's the sort of thing I can't do anymore. I just need to make my muscles and tendons strong enough to be able to do it. But now I realize that I've probably been too aggressive with my rehab. Like Knees Over Toes guy says, you shouldn't feel any pain. I was like, come on, shouldn't I do things that feel a little uncomfortable? Apparently maybe not, take a step back, do something even easier, keep doing it until I can do the harder thing with no discomfort, and work up from there. Maybe just jog slowly, avoid heavy impacts like jumping, only do it once a week... Bent knee calf raises seems to hit exactly the right spot; guess I should stick to doing it with both legs at the same time, which I can do without feeling any discomfort at all, instead of trying to work through the mild discomfort of doing it on the injured foot by itself.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You're spot one - only thing I can add is that if you mean that when you do a bent leg heel raise with one leg you really feel the same symptoms, another option can be to start with straight leg heel raises as it may allow you to load the tendon more but without the heavy stretch+compression effect of the bent knee ones.

@rexgoodheart3471 Жыл бұрын

This was great. Thank you very much!

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@rnyt201 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic explanation. Thank you.

@TreatMyAchilles 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jolenebrownd6995 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I was diagnosed today, and my thoughts were "I'm too scared to do anything because I'll keep tearing it" thanks

@livegreatalways 4 ай бұрын

People have been making jokes on me that I walked like 'Robocop' when I stood up from the chair 😣😖

@TreatMyAchilles 4 ай бұрын

🙈 This video has more advice for if you get pain and stiffness after sitting still: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ecidarZ8ntOmnnk.html

@martininevada1581 6 күн бұрын

Omg & I thought I walked crazy & every one ask what’s wrong. Those first few steps ‘I’m holding on to stuff’ it’s awful.

@iantincangleed4702 11 ай бұрын

Great film thanks

@ArthursAtman 8 ай бұрын

my MRI came back basically normal, but I can't stand or walk, nor just sit here in this chair with the weight of my leg pressing down on my heel. This video was helpful. Likely a bursitis issue imo...will follow your protocol

@TreatMyAchilles 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@VTMom 11 ай бұрын

So helpful and clear!

@TreatMyAchilles 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@motiftheory Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness. This is exactly the trouble I came here hoping to figure out!

@motiftheory Жыл бұрын

SO well explained. Truly appreciate it.

@diggler64 Жыл бұрын

i went from having no dog to having a dog ... that's the reason 😂

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

😂

@dagmarlosasso2804 2 ай бұрын

Omg same here 😂😂😂

@tintedpalette653 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your insight. I’m a pretty young person (early 20s) but I haven’t been physically active in a few years. I started work at an Amazon warehouse and almost immediately both of my Achilles tendons became super stiff in the morning. I’m lifting heavy boxes/bags and pulling them on around wheeled carts that can weight like 300-500lbs (sometimes up ramps). I think the physical workload has been a shock to my body as it is trying to keep up. It’s good to know my Achilles stiffness isn’t super serious, but it does make me want to start looking for less physical work before it becomes a larger problem.

@RatigansIsland 2 ай бұрын

How you feeling now?

@upward_onward Жыл бұрын

Scientific explanation of the problem.

@karriemtuggle604 Жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thanks.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@lycagos1278 Жыл бұрын

superb info! thank you my friend

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@marsthewargod2095 3 ай бұрын

Now I got my answers. After running yesterday and forgetting to do stretches it really hurts in the morning after waking up. I do walking/movements related to that part it will just go away

@TreatMyAchilles 3 ай бұрын

You can find more advice about treatment here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@user-vb5xn7ok2l 7 ай бұрын

Very helpful. Usually walk an hour each day along the firm sand at the beach, wearing joggers with orthotics in them. Did a couple of walks without shoes & orthotics, & suddenly pain. That obviously was the issue.

@TreatMyAchilles 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@ab0975 Ай бұрын

This was great - thank you

@TreatMyAchilles Ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@spacecentergames 4 ай бұрын

My age has finally caught up with me 😅 Can't run every day. Now I alternative with rowing 👍

@luvtogroove 9 ай бұрын

I love this channel

@johngardner1898 2 жыл бұрын

Under the guidance of PT Aly (Alison) we have made dramatic progress healing my achillies tendon. It takes time and work. We plan to resume racing early next month.

@ericchevalley 2 жыл бұрын

Truly brilliant

@LisaSoulLevelHealing Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Ive hadbthisbfor about 8 years and dealt with it. I juat started loiking up solutions today and this explanation is perfect 😊 ill go ahead and start statt doing that placing the legs against the wall and see how that goes. It always felt good, but i heard its good for drainage.

@oldsingingstudentdougbillf1665 Жыл бұрын

I have painful problems following a run. After a light stretch I start with a 1/2k walk, a normal walk. Then I go into a slow jog for one km. This is to loosen everything up and get the heart rate up a bit. The second km I run a bit faster…working on my breathing and concentrating on my stride. The 3rd km I’m going at a fast pace and then I finish with 3/4 km doing interval running and some of it is flat out. Back to a walk, slow down the heart, deep breathing for about 10 minutes. This structure is to allow my tendons , feet, calf and legs to warm up and stretch. The outer part of my heel still gets painful to walk and tendons are tight. If I start my run too fast, which I can run faster, I can barely walk the next day because of my foot. But I tend to ignore the pain in order to prioritize for my heart strength and lungs. I’ve tried everything and don’t know what to do about it.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

I've recently made a video detailing all the treatment options for Achilles tendinopathy (which sounds like what you have) - you may find it useful: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@honza1859 Жыл бұрын

Nice explanation. Unfortunatelly many doctors' cure of any types of problems is "take a rest until the problem is gone". Well, sometimes it is good strategy but sometimes not. Sometimes I feel that for some doctors it is easier to say "do nothing" then to explain what kind of exercices can be done and which are not recommended.

@RRH25 Жыл бұрын

Thankyou. Great video

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@Jarhead0331 Ай бұрын

I have been diagnosed with Achilles tendinitis and was feeling a tad better after a few days. Put on a walking boot and tried mowing the lawn, feel I regressed almost back to square one and caused me concern for long term. Not sure how to progress from here.

@TreatMyAchilles Ай бұрын

It sounds like you just overdid it too quickly - you just need to follow a much more gentle approach to getting back to normal activities. We share treatment advice in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html If you want help figuring it out and with getting back to your normal activities, this is something that our team of physios can help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.treatmyachilles.com

@TimWallder Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Complete rupture of right Achilles a couple of years ago and and the left has been really sore in morning as well as the right recently and was petrified it was going to be a rupture in one or another so this is very reassuring. 😀

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome

@bdescamps Жыл бұрын

Initial injury early November. 6 weeks in boot. 6 weeks physical therapy. Now back at work and I am in pain daily. All day.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Hmmm, 6 weeks is not usually enough time to build proper strength. We find out patients need to follow a very slow, progressive (starting with light exercises - but building as they tolerate) for at least 12 weeks and very often longer. Also, this is not the type of thing you really need to see a physio in person (research shows that hands-on treatment etc. doesn't really work) for on a weekly basis because the rehab is the main thing to help this recover and a person usually just needs a check-in every 2 or 3 weeks to make sure things are going as expected. If you wanted specific rehab advice and help with getting back to your normal activities pain free, this is something that our team of physios can help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.treatmyachilles.com/

@winstonco4627 2 жыл бұрын

The tightness in my achilles when i wake up varies. It feels tighter and more sore when i sleep on a soft bed. It feels much better on a firmer bed. Im usually a side sleeper. Is there any scientific explanation for this?

@TreatMyAchilles 2 жыл бұрын

Not as far as I know. I'm assuming that the beds are in different locations (one at home and one in a hotel for instance) - could it be that it is actually not the bed but rather the activities you do during the day that affects it? E.g. you walk more or wear other shoes on day that you sleep at the place with the soft bed?

@prk5339 Жыл бұрын

Very good video

@TreatMyAchilles 11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@VinesThroughTime Жыл бұрын

I've had it for 6 months... but i have NOT been exercising ... is it from wearing flipflops and UGGs?!?! Maybe? obviously, Yes I use to love to walk, miles a day! But long term side effects from something (I'm not allowed to say) chronic dizzy spells- Everything goes black... that make it hard to stay in motion... and all the doctors in Tennessee say there are ZERO chances that I am having side-effects because I must be psychotic if I think that. Still, I've lost 25 lbs and counting (I weighed 125 lbs this morning, 56.6 kg, 8.92 stone) I officially have high cholesterol, and I am officially terrified. I start p.t. on thursday, but most places won't let you in without current *thing Im not allowed to talk about* or harass the crap out f me to do it... So THANK YOU FOR YOUR VDEOS

@tonyubr Жыл бұрын

Wonderful thank you 👌

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Welcome 😊

@wombatpuppy4436 Жыл бұрын

Great vid thank you!

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@maribelpacheco9851 Жыл бұрын

I've stated, noticing stiffness and little pain on only one foot, especially early mornings. It started after I had my baby about 4 months ago. I was taking BP meds (not anymore) so my MD says it's more than likely from fluid retention and weight gain🤔

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

It might be but if it is the tendon that feels stiff rather than the ankle as a whole, then it is more likely the tendon that is injured. If it is fluid retention the whole ankle area will feel stiff and it won't be limited to the tendon.

@juanitafox9906 Жыл бұрын

IVE NOTICED THAT MY HEELS MIGHT NOT HURT WHEN I FIRST PUT MY SHOES ON, BUT ONCE I DRIVE AND GET BACK ON MY FEET, THE STIFFNESS/PAIN RETURNS. ON/OFF ALL DURING THE DAY.

@sundnet2 3 ай бұрын

for me the pain seems to be in the joint of heel bone and achilles tendon. Is that the same as you described here or different ?

@TreatMyAchilles 3 ай бұрын

It is the same - it just means that you have insertional Achilles tendonitis (where the tendon attaches to the heel bone). You can find more info about treatment here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@dwaynejoseph9470 11 ай бұрын

Thank you you help me so much

@TreatMyAchilles 11 ай бұрын

Happy to help

@andrewwalsh531 Жыл бұрын

I suspect my age is not helping & also the seasonal change (here in northern New England, US) typically proves problematical for me. As I've gotten older, I find I am not able to walk as far as I normally would, additionally as winter approaches w/ the colder temperatures in place I experience more early morning stiffness & pain in the area. It really is a delicate balance between walking enough to get the benefit & walking too much & causing additional irritation to the area. Thanks for helping me to undestand the problem a little better!

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video useful!

@shamirarose5 Жыл бұрын

It's also from our high acidic diet meat dairy grains ..not enough fruit n veg ..acidosis builds up in legs n feet ..try cutting out all processed foods n drinks

@davidmark9905 Жыл бұрын

Wow...That was so well explained. Just played a football game in a different pair of boots..you hit it on the head by saying if you changed your shoe..❤

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@susanngigi1164 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@penelope3554 5 ай бұрын

I have terrible issues going on for over twenty five years. Had grafton and dry needling when it got REALLY bad 7 years ag. But every summer, here in Australia i suffer constantly. And it gets worse with weight gain.

@TreatMyAchilles 5 ай бұрын

If it only hurts in the summer it may be due to the type of shoes your wear. Typically flip-flops (thongs) and other flat shoes will make it easier to irritate - if you can find a shoe with a slight heel on it, it will help. I know one doesn't want to wear running shoes in the summer but even a supportive sandal with a heel on it will likely help. Here's more info on that: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p5ldn6aXyJm2eoU.html But also if you want to know more about treatments supported by the research: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@penelope3554 5 ай бұрын

@@TreatMyAchilles thanks so much, already attempting to change habits and footwear. I tend to wear barefoot and low rise boots and runners during winter with alot less irritation . My summer footcwear is barefeet or crocs swift waters that have a low rise and minor arch support... Doing the exercises on video from now on. Was doing completely wrong stretch from chiro which was causing the issue to continue. Seems to be a combination of factors.

@DavidSmith-dm5ix 2 жыл бұрын

Question Doc? What’s the difference between heal spurs and tendonitis of the Achilles’ tendon ?

@TreatMyAchilles 2 жыл бұрын

A heel spur is a tiny piece of bone that grows on the heel bone. Tendonitis affects the tendon. YOu can have a heel spur without any problem in the tendon, you can also have tendonitis without any heel spurs, and then you can have both of them together. They don't really know yet if heel spurs cause tendonitis because patients who have them will often be able to recover from tendonitis but the spur remains. But when someone's tendonitis doesn't want to recover, they may go in and remove the spur to see if it helps.

@DavidSmith-dm5ix 2 жыл бұрын

@@TreatMyAchilles thanks doc. I have both on both feet. Growing up really poor and wearing really cheap shoes without any support damage my feet. Played sports from pee wee to high school ( football) . Never understood why my tendons were so sore hours after I played. Just would ice and take Motrin. Been 35 years and I have been dealing with this. 53 now, and I haven’t played a game of basketball ( full court) in 15-20 years. Hurts too run or sprint. I can jog for about 5-10 minutes then I have to stop and walk. Sounds like I need surgery. Something I really been avoiding for a very long time

@RemoteWisdom 8 ай бұрын

Both of mine, at the heel, are more stiff with pain the mornings after recovery days where don’t exercise one bit. It’s so frustrating.

@vjdeloach 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽

@TreatMyAchilles 7 ай бұрын

No problem 😊

@MultiHinrik Жыл бұрын

Hi, great channel. What's your opinion on shockwave therapy?

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

Hi Multikk, here's our video on shockwave: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fa2KqbWV3au8oGw.html

@fedupbin 6 ай бұрын

My pain seemed to start when I bought some new trainers and they were a bit high up the ankle. This was over two years ago. I started a part time job a year and a half a go and I walk about 11,000 steps in four hours four days a week. I am 62 years old and overweight and do no other exercise. Iam active in my job but now both achilles hurt. I wake up in the morning with sore ankles and can hardly walk for a short while until I get going. I sometimes gets waves of pain, like burning heat in them. I also struggle with aching feet in general as my circulation is poor and have swollen ankles and wear compression socks. I can't afford any treatment and the physio at the doctors only gave me stretching exercises to do. Not sure what I can do as sometimes the ache is so horrible

@TreatMyAchilles 6 ай бұрын

Hi @binniesbags I have just made a video (still needs editing) about gentle exercises that can help for very painful tendons, but it also sounds as if you need to review your shoes if your feet hurt in general. Some other videos to watch: How to manage a painful tendon: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7KgddN3u5fRp6s.html How heel lift inserts can sometimes help: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdiqpbFhsNnJh5s.html

@fedupbin 6 ай бұрын

@@TreatMyAchilles Thank you. I just bought some more heel lifts as my old ones were too cheap

@nosehair3717 5 ай бұрын

Going on 5 years with this pain 😢

@TreatMyAchilles 5 ай бұрын

😞Perhaps this video where I discuss all the best treatment options can be of use: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@Powerhitable 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, excellent video. That is exactly how mine feels like. Roughly 2 years ago I did my right leg achilles(I feel like tendon has been recovered properly but not the strenght&muscles I had), now I been struggeling with the pain in my left(stronger leg). Does it means I am overdoing my excerises or just simply do I lean more on the left side cuz the right side isn't clearly strong as it used to be? I am playing football and im really struggeling with the left leg achilles in the mornings after sessions. I been always thinking it might be tearing slowly, but as I just found it its clearly not? Should I just take it more easy and concentrate doing lighter sessions according to pain levels in the morning? But still if I think back I been trying to build it back months now yet every time I have a proper game or heavier session the pain&sore&tight can be next level in the morning for days. Or is it just lack of strenght generally in glutes,hamstrings, calves etc. Any help&information very welcome. thanks

@TreatMyAchilles 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Karel, We cannot provide individual treatment advice without doing an in-depth assessment of your injury and your personal circumstances, as the advice might not be appropriate for you. You're welcome to book a video consultation with one of our physios if you would like an assessment and a personalised treatment plan: www.treatmyachilles.com/

@ginnyowens5882 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this! Very helpful. One question: is it possible through the right treatment and rehabilitation to return the muscle tissue to the proper parallel fiber state, and reduce the amount of fluid between those collagen fibers? Is that just part of the natural healing process, or are there other steps that must be taken?

@TreatMyAchilles 8 ай бұрын

Yes, your tendon can get strong and healthy - the most important treatment is mix of rest + exercise - if you get that right then it allows it to recover and grow strong again. Other treatments can sometimes be useful but for most cases this is enough. I've discussed all the treatment options in detail in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpeemcqGlsfRpps.html

@RubyZanUK Жыл бұрын

Mine gets aggravated every time I walk a short distance. It's been going on for years. I'm starting to feel there is a cause somewhere else. I've changed my shoes using multiple types, did stretches, yoga, weight training, nothing works. As soon as I start walking it all comes back.

@TreatMyAchilles Жыл бұрын

If you wanted help figuring this out and with getting back to your normal activities, this is something that our team of physios can help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.treatmyachilles.com/

@russgunter3834 Ай бұрын

What about adding heat or cold? Would that help blood flow and recovery?

@TreatMyAchilles Ай бұрын

Here's our video on heat and ice: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jb6Clc9ovcCrZWQ.html

@jeffreytheragene1763 10 ай бұрын

I got into a accident June 2 and it gave me a fractured ankle. The ankle is healed, but I also got in another complication which is posterior tibial tendinitis. I was not aware that this could be posterior tibial tendinitis, so I was beginning to walk and go to the gym and also just go on kind of long walks. I started doing a research to see what could be the problem near my joint, and turns out I have been diagnosed with posterior tibial tendinitis after seeing a foot and ankle speacialist. since I was put into a cast, I lost my range of motion. I’m currently doing physical therapy, and there is this one exercise that I am supposed to do to increase my range of motion in my ankle, but I cannot perform the exercise because of my tendinitis I feel chronic pain when I try to increase my range of motion so until that chronic pain is gone, then that’s when I can get my range of motion back. My question is am I gonna get scar tissue built up since i did not know i had posterior tendonitis? im currently in a ankle brace.

@TreatMyAchilles 10 ай бұрын

Tibialis posterior tendonitis luckily does not produce scar tissue but it can get really irritated if you stretch the ankle too much which is what it sounds like is happening in your case. It is a bit tricky because I understand that you need to work on the stiff ankle somehow. Wearing supportive shoes with insoles are usually better than an ankle brace for tib post tendonitis. I discuss more treatment advice in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p8mTaqpkxrrRc5s.html

@bigal01 29 күн бұрын

i dont know if i have if i have it but think i do, i just started using custom insoles, i play american football and only notice it when i am sitting around but it goes away after doing stuff

@TreatMyAchilles 26 күн бұрын

Sounds like you may have mild irritation of your tendons. So, try and figure out what is currently making it worse and try to reduce your training load a bit so you can allow them to recover. In cases like yours it can work really well to just give them a bit of time to recover and you often don't have to reduce all your sport, just the parts that work it super hard. If you want more specific rehab advice and help with getting back to your normal activities, this is something that our team of physios can help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.treatmyachilles.com