Achilles Tendonitis
Irritation and pain through the heel cord is often referred to as Achilles tendonitis. Small strains or tears in the tendon from the calf to the heel lead to pain with stretching, walking, or running. A history of chronic tendonitis or other factors such as age over 40, weekend athletics, and loss of flexibility in the tendon can lead to more serious problems including partial or complete tears in the Achilles Tendon. Therapy is aimed at reducing tendon irritation and establishing more normal and healthy muscle tendon flexibility and strength.