Condition
Achilles Tendon
- Pain or stiffness along the back of the heel
- Thickening of the tendon
- Pain worsening with activity
- Sudden sharp pain and inability to push off
The Achilles Tendon
The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, essential for walking, running, jumping, and stair climbing. It connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and generates the propulsive force behind every step. Conditions affecting the Achilles range from chronic tendinopathy to partial tears and acute complete ruptures.
Why Conservative Care Comes First
The Achilles tendon has a relatively poor blood supply compared to muscle, making it slow to heal on its own and highly responsive to regenerative therapies that deliver growth factors directly to the damaged tissue. We exhaust every conservative and regenerative option before surgical debridement or repair is considered.
Treatment
- Regenerative biologics including PRP and umbilical cord injections
- MLS Class IV laser therapy for tendon inflammation and healing
- Red light and near infrared therapy for cellular repair support
- Physical therapy during tissue remodeling and functional recovery
- Custom orthotics for load management and Achilles offloading
- Surgical debridement or repair reserved for structural failure after conservative care is exhausted