What is this dry skin on my achilles tendon and heel

Question 1

What is this dry skin on my achilles tendon and heel?

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I don't know.: It could be an irritant or allergic reaction due to clothing or shoes or exercise; or it could be an unusual presentation of athlete's foot; or it cou... Read More

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Possible fungus: Dry cracked heels could be a sign of a fungal infection. Other causes include constantly wearing open heeled shoes. You can try otc Lamisil (terbina... Read More

Question 2

Can i wear high heels after an achilles tendon rupture?

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See below: If you are talking about after it has healed then yes.

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Yes : Almost certainly after it heals.

Question 3

Would it be possible to wear high heels after an achilles tendon rupture?

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Not only possible,: But probably easier. The achilles tendon will often shorten with injury. This will make it easier to wear heels, but you should still really work on... Read More

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While ruptured?: It is possible but not recommended. There are too much risks involved. There will be too much swelling as well. Now if you mean after repair than high... Read More

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Yes: But very moderate size heels. Make sure it is completely healed and don't go over 2 inch in height.

Question 4

What could cause pain in the back of my heel near the end of the achilles tendon?

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The Achilles' tendon: Itself could be inflamed or degenerated, there may be calcification in the tendon, you can have an inflamed burase, a posterior heel spur or a haglund... Read More

Question 5

What to do if i have pain in the back of my heel near the end of the achilles tendon?

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RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Question 6

Can a dextrose shot into the heel for a spur make your heel and achilles' tendon pain worse for more than two weeks?

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I do: Not believe dextrose would be used for heel pain. Check on what medication was injected.

Question 7

Even the lightest strike on my heel gives immense pain. but it doesn't affect me when i'm playing .just wanted to know how bad is my achilles tendon?

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Orthopaedics consult: It sounds like you may have inflammation in your Achilles tendon area, maybe enesthitis. Exercise works out the inflammation, making it feel better. V... Read More

Question 8

Should i see a doctor for pain on the bottom of my heel and down from my achilles tendon?

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Podatrist: If you have functional impairment or your quality of life is impacted by this pain consider seeing a podiatrist, your physician, a sports medicine spe... Read More

Question 9

As i take my finger from back of heel and up the middle of achilles tendon i feel a vertical split. is this split the soleus?

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No : Both the gastrocnemius and the soleus form the Achilles' tendon. It would not be palpable as a " vertical split" on your Achilles. The gastrocs is su... Read More

Question 10

What is happening to me its been atleast five days i have discomfort on heel when walking and a tingling or vibrating feeling on my achilles tendon?

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Plantar fasciitis: You possibly have plantar fasciitis, which is an inflammation in the sole of the foot. Begin stretching your foot every day. If it does not go away, s... Read More

What is this dry skin on my achilles tendon and heel