Tendonitis (Achilles)

[Steppenw]

Last week, suddenly, and for no apparent reason, my right
Achilles tendon became rather sore, (but not terribly
painful, and there's no swelling). At the time, it felt like
a bruise. More recently, I've noticed a grating sensation at
the tendon as the foot flexes. The symptoms have reduced
appreciably over the past few days, (I've given up cycling
for the moment and taken to the swimming pool).

Has anyone experienced a similar condition? If so, what was
the most effective treatment? What is the long-term
prognosis? Was a sports physio worthwhile?

Neil Who wasn't so unwell that he couldn't do the Oaks
Classic. Much fun.

 

[Bob Chambers]

I had Achilles Tendonitis most of last year. In my late 60's
it took about 4-6 months to clear up once I gave in and
recognised the problem. I suspect that my foot position (new
toe clips/straps too short - my foot was too far back on the
pedals by about 10 mm) resulted in tendon strain. I have now
fitted clipless pedals and wouldn't be without - comfort,
seems to be more power available (or is it just me building
up muscles?) and more to the point - no tendonitis.

What eventually reduced the problem was regular nightly
Iceing, Stretches, and a tens machine (electric muscle
stimulation) in the tendon area while I watched the TV news.
Plus I guess the clipless pedals. Now regular stretches seem
to keep it at bay, but still a bit tender at times - maybe
always will be.

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Bob Chambers
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> Last week, suddenly, and for no apparent reason, my right Achilles tendon
> became rather sore, (but not terribly painful, and there's no swelling).
At
> the time, it felt like a bruise. More recently, I've noticed a grating
> sensation at the tendon as the foot flexes. The symptoms have reduced
> appreciably over the past few days, (I've given up cycling for the moment
> and taken to the swimming pool).
>
> Has anyone experienced a similar condition? If so, what was the most
> effective treatment? What is the long-term prognosis? Was a sports
physio
> worthwhile?
>
> Neil
> Who wasn't so unwell that he couldn't do the Oaks Classic. Much fun.