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What type of questions should i ask orthopedic md regarding chronic achilles tendonitis ? been using ice, been through immobilization pt, nsaids.
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See details: You need to ask questions concerning possible causes, treatment options and prognosis.
Answered 12/12/2013
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Conservative tx: Did you exhaust all conservative treatment? If so you may need surgery, you may have a chronic synovitis around the tendon. Do not get an injection around the achilles tendon!
Answered 1/2/2015
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