Achilles tendentious/ Achilles pain is a major problem
amongst runners of all ages. As the name suggests Achilles tendentious
affects the achilles tendon. The achilles tendon connects the heel of
the foot to the calve muscles. The tendon joins three main muscles in
the calve, the two heads of the gastrocnemius and the soleus. Pain may
be present at the achilles tendon during exercise. The pain may increase
once activity has ceased. Tenderness may be felt along the course of
the tendon. There may be the presence of a localized nodule on the tendon.
The soles of the patient’s shoes may show an abnormal shoe wear pattern.
Achilles Tendonitis commonly occurs from shearing and
tractional forces placed on the Achilles Tendon at the back of the heel.
The calf muscles assist inversion of the calcaneus at heel lift. When
a condition occurs where the foot accelerates into an excessively pronated
position and the calcaneus is everted, there’s an increase in
medial tendo-achilles traction and this results in transverse shearing
of the tendon and sheath - this commonly leads to inflammation and pain.
Often, a lumpy build-up of scar tissue occurs.
This mechanism has been linked to Sever’s Disease, Restless Leg
Syndrome and ‘growing pains’ etc
The primary cause of achilles tendentious is over
pronation. This can be controlled via orthotics.
Advantage of orthotics: Orthotics will control the amount
of over pronation and thus reduce the pain associated with this condition.
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Insoles
Achilles Tendonitis is the inflammation of the
tendon between the calf muscle and the heel. Also known as Calcaneal
tendon, Tendo Calcaneus and Tendon of Achilles, the Achilles Tendonis
usually stressed by walking long distances, carrying heavy loads or
during high-intensity sports activities.This condition is usually associated
with pronation of the foot (flat foot), not stretching before exercise
and over training. In order to minimize injury, it is important to use
Insoles (orthotics) as well as stretching and warm-up exercises before
and after training.
Dr Foot's Sports Insoles work wonders on problem-prone
feet. These Insoles are biomechanically engineered to help relieve achilles
pain. The contoured shape supports your feet in two directions, both
lengthwise and across the arch, for maximum relief of pain and fatigue.
The special poron heel cushion and the comfortable arch support helps
to reduce shock absorption and fatigue. Dr Foot Sport Insoles are engineered
to combat over pronation and provide greater stability and maximum support.
Ideal for patients seeking arch support for prevention and treatment
of achilles tendonitis.
Provides support and comfort during every stage of walking
and running.
"I love the Dr Foot Sports Insoles! I am an avid
runner, with over-pronation and a family history of foot and leg pain.
The Dr Foot Sports Insoles make running possible for me. I've tried
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training for my second marathon, and my Dr. Foot Sports Insoles are
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Miss Smith
Michigan, USA
"I am extremely pleased with the relief from my achilles pain as
the result of using your product...Thanks so much for developing such
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