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Why does my achilles tendonitis hurt when the tendon is relaxed?
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Achilles tendonitis: Check with orthopedic surgeon, may have a mass, tear, or impinging nerve.
Answered 12/13/2020
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Inflammation: This is caused by possibly internal swelling of the lining of the tendon.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Achilles tendinitis : Because the tendon is contracting and tightening up.
Answered 9/15/2013
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