Question 1

i get sharp pain in my achilles tendon during exercise - this has happened for years depite long periods of rest. it doesn't hurt when i walk. torn?

Accepted Answer

See orthopedic MD: I would recommend that you consult with an Orthopedic surgeon for this ongoing problem.  It is possible that you injured it in the past and are dealing with an ongoing chronic tendinitis.  Try stretching your calf muscles prior and after exercising, may help.  Most of all, see Orthopedic surgeon for consultation and see if they can offer definitive treatment after thorough evaluation

Question 2

are you supposed to walk if you have mild achilles tendon pain?

Accepted Answer

Pain is your: Body's way of telling you to "shut down" or risk further injury. I would recommend you rest it. Ice it. Try using a heel lift...

Question 3

my achilles' tendon hurts when i lay down and walk, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Rice: Classic first line treatment is rest, ice, compression and elevation.  For most tendon problems it is also good to try deep massage and stretches.  It is usually worse in the morning, so that is the perfect time to stretch it out before you get started.

Question 4

should i be worried if my achilles tendon is making a popping noise whenever i walk? how can i fix it?

Accepted Answer

See below: Most likely it's not the achilles but the ankle joint and it is perfectly normal as long as the popping is not associated with a sharp pain.  If the tendon feels weak or has been injured a boot or brace may be warranted.

Question 5

can a person walk-maybe with a limp-with a partially or completely ruptured achilles' tendon?

Accepted Answer

Yes: However a partial future should be rested with an immobilizer boot to limit plantar flexion (pushing down with foot) as this action puts added stress on the achilles. Immobilizer boots are designed with rocker bottoms so you can still walk.

Question 6

would i be able to walk if i tore my achilles tendon? & does numbness occur when that happens?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: An Achilles tear is usually not compatible with walking normally.  Depending on the mechanic cause of the tear, the Achilles trauma can be associated with injuries to portions of the tibial nerve close by and cause disruption of these nerves (e.g. Calcaneal nerve) producing an area of numbness (in the example given, around the heel).  Other nerve injuries can exist as well.

Question 7

when i walk on high heels for a long time i start to get a pain in my achilles' tendon, should i get it checked out?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pain is your body telling you something is wrong....So go find out what it is....How high are the heels?

Question 8

my achilles' tendon hurts like a nife in the back of my tendon when i try to run walk or stand. what should i do? i run around 6 miles a day.

Accepted Answer

Stop running!: You have injured your achilles, and it is crying for rest and rehab.You will only make matters worse by not resting it.  I suggest an immediate orthopedics /sports medicine consultation.  Have you recently been treated with a fluoroquinolone like Cipro (ciprofloxacin)?  That class of antibiotics has an adverse effect of tendon rupture.  I hate the stuff

Question 9

a nurse said i have badly pulled/sprained my achilles tendon. it is really painful to walk on, she hasn't given me any crutches? help?

Accepted Answer

See a podiatrist: There could be a partial tear in the tendon or associated structures.  I love our nurses, but you should see a doctor on this one.

Question 10

hi my ankle / achilles' tendon hurts and i'm scared to walk unless i hurt it further it feels pretty mild as far as i know, how long will it heal in?

Accepted Answer

Slow healing: The Achilles tendon can be difficult to heal as it has a relatively poor natural vascular supply. Initial treatment is rest, ice, gentle stretching. If it worsens or does not starting improving after a week or two, you should have it checked to avoid chronic pain or even rupture.

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Can you walk with a torn achilles tendon

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I get sharp pain in my achilles tendon during exercise - this has happened for years depite long periods of rest. it doesn't hurt when i walk. torn?

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Are you supposed to walk if you have mild achilles tendon pain?

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My achilles' tendon hurts when i lay down and walk, what should i do?

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Should i be worried if my achilles tendon is making a popping noise whenever i walk? how can i fix it?

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Can a person walk-maybe with a limp-with a partially or completely ruptured achilles' tendon?

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Would i be able to walk if i tore my achilles tendon? & does numbness occur when that happens?

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When i walk on high heels for a long time i start to get a pain in my achilles' tendon, should i get it checked out?

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My achilles' tendon hurts like a nife in the back of my tendon when i try to run walk or stand. what should i do? i run around 6 miles a day.

A member asked:

A nurse said i have badly pulled/sprained my achilles tendon. it is really painful to walk on, she hasn't given me any crutches? help?

A member asked:

Hi my ankle / achilles' tendon hurts and i'm scared to walk unless i hurt it further it feels pretty mild as far as i know, how long will it heal in?

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