A member asked:

My achilles hurts when i walk/massage it but feels fine when i tiptoe. how serious is this and how can i get rid of the pain?

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Dr. Lauren Elson answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Not serious, check!: So that they do not become a chronic problem, it is important to get achilles problems checked out. If it is a simple achilles tendinitis, it should respond well to icing (15 mins), stretching, and core strengthening. A small heel lift can temporarily relieve symptoms, but is not a permanent fix (should also be used in both shoes so that you don't cause other problems).

Answered 9/17/2013

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Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Achilles tendinitis: Tendinitis refers to an acute condition lasting less than 6 weeks. Treatments include relative rest, antiinflammatory meds, icing, then progressive strengthening prior to returning to full activity. If it has been present for greater than 6 weeks probably represents tendinosis or disease of the tendon. Txment for that is an eccentric loading program, small heel lift, or regenerative injections.

Answered 12/10/2013

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