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I am a runner.i have been having pain on the back of my heel that i think might be achilles tendonitis. now i have pain below my kneecap.right leg.
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Get eval: Several things can be occurring. Achilles Tendonitis may be one, and overuse injury or a chondromalacia patella syndrome may now be occurring too. Common in athletic people. At 36 you are still young and active, so best to get Ortho to give you a full exam and get the definitive diagnosis and treatment done. Best wishes.
Answered 6/28/2014
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Achilles Tendonitis: Yes you most likely have Achilles tendonitis and runner's knee. Both are caused by high impact activities and repetitive stress on the tendons. I recommend you see a specialist for evaluation. You most likely need arch support and training to improve your running mechanics.
Answered 11/27/2017
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