Treatment and Prevention of Achilles Tendonitis

Prevention and Treatment:

Footwear and its products play a key role in avoiding and curing Achilles Tendonitis and its associated injuries. Accessories that are used to reduce and cure pain in Achilles tendon are:

Heel Cup or Heel Cradle

Lightweight designed Heel Cup helps to depreciate stress/pressure formed on the Achilles bone. Shock absorbing materials are incorporated in its construction to control over-pronation.

Orthotic Devices

Orthotics can be easily inserted and fitted into the footwear. Normally orthotic devices are constructed using plastic, rubber is to lift the heel and stabilize the arch, hence pulling force on the Achilles Tendon is reduced.

Heel Pad or Shoe Inserts

Heel pad provides adequate support to the muscle and reduces too much stress created on the tendon. As a result, inflammation on the Achilles is decreased.

Custom Orthotic Devices

Custom orthotic devices can be used when there is a need for extra support to the Achilles Tendon. Its construction part involves several material from a rigid plastic device to a softer one. Custom orthotics are well-known for their proper fit.

Heel Wedges

Heel wedges are used to relieve the stress on the Achilles Tendon and it can be easily inserted in athletic shoes as well as work shoes.