On July 19, 2011 I was reading the “Running” section in the Canadian National Post when I came across an article about achilles tendonitis by Dr. Tim Rindlisbacher (The article can be accessed here http://www.nationalpost.com/life/running/Greek+hero+about+Achilles+tendonitis/5127299/story.html). Dr. Rindlisbacher essentially treats achilles tendonitis by recommending rest, and performing platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. Unfortunately while rest will obviously help, it is very hard to tell my athlete patients to stop their favourite sports for any prolonged period of time, and PRP injections are not only very expensive but to Dr. Rindlisbacher’s own admission in the article, they have not proven to work any better than placebo. In my opinion as a physiotherapist that treats a significant number of achilles tendonitis patients this kind of advice from a doctor is either intentionally misleading to the public for his own financial gain, or simply ignorant to the well validated studies on treatments that have proven effective for achilles tendonitis.At the top of the page I have referenced a study which was published in the highly reputable ‘American Journal of Sports Medicine’ by Dr. Alfredson that demonstrated that eccentric calf muscle training in recreational athletes who had the diagnosis of chronic Achilles tendinosis not responsive to past conservative treatments (i.e. rest, NSAIDs, changes of shoes or orthoses).
All these patients had Achilles tendon pain not allowing them to run, and all had significantly lower calf muscle strength on the injured side compared with the non-injured side.
After 12-weeks of heavy eccentric training, all the patients were back at their pre-injury levels with full running activity. Their calf muscle strength on the injured side had increased significantly and no longer differed from that of the non-injured side. Meanwhile, none of the patients in the control group improved within the same time period.
So what exactly was the Exercise Program?
At Ace Physio we are experts at teaching medically sound and evidence-based exercises to help promote healing and strengthening of your achilles tendon. Our highly trained physiotherapists have post grad certifications in the ‘Foot and Ankle Complex’ and use a variety of methods including therapeutic taping to allow you to perform these exercises safely, with minimal pain or discomfort, and correctly, so that you achieve maximal results in the shortest possible time frame.
Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendonitis
Additionally at Ace Physio we utilize Shockwave therapy in our treatment of Chronic Achilles Tendonitis.
Shockwave Therapy is an incredible new therapy for the treatment of tendon injuries that has only recently come to Canada. Shockwave therapy has been highly validated in multiple studies utilizing a double blinded, randomized clinical trial for the treatment of Achilles tendonitis. We have included a direct link to the study in PDF format by clicking on the above link. This study demonstrates the clinical effectiveness of Shockwave therapy for the treatment of Achilles tendonitis.
At Ace Physio we utilize the top of the line Storz MP200 Shockwave therapy machines to provide treatment. Our expert and friendly staff can assess and determine the best course of treatment for you to help you get rid of your achilles tendon pain and discomfort and get back to your sports faster!
Contact Ace Physio today!
Tel: 647-884-5005
http://www.acephysio.com
info@acephysio.com
All these patients had Achilles tendon pain not allowing them to run, and all had significantly lower calf muscle strength on the injured side compared with the non-injured side.
After 12-weeks of heavy eccentric training, all the patients were back at their pre-injury levels with full running activity. Their calf muscle strength on the injured side had increased significantly and no longer differed from that of the non-injured side. Meanwhile, none of the patients in the control group improved within the same time period.
So what exactly was the Exercise Program?
At Ace Physio we are experts at teaching medically sound and evidence-based exercises to help promote healing and strengthening of your achilles tendon. Our highly trained physiotherapists have post grad certifications in the ‘Foot and Ankle Complex’ and use a variety of methods including therapeutic taping to allow you to perform these exercises safely, with minimal pain or discomfort, and correctly, so that you achieve maximal results in the shortest possible time frame.
Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendonitis
Reference: The American Journal of Sports Medicine – High-Energy Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy as a Treatment for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy by John Patrick Furia, M.D.
Additionally at Ace Physio we utilize Shockwave therapy in our treatment of Chronic Achilles Tendonitis.
Shockwave Therapy is an incredible new therapy for the treatment of tendon injuries that has only recently come to Canada. Shockwave therapy has been highly validated in multiple studies utilizing a double blinded, randomized clinical trial for the treatment of Achilles tendonitis. We have included a direct link to the study in PDF format by clicking on the above link. This study demonstrates the clinical effectiveness of Shockwave therapy for the treatment of Achilles tendonitis.
At Ace Physio we utilize the top of the line Storz MP200 Shockwave therapy machines to provide treatment. Our expert and friendly staff can assess and determine the best course of treatment for you to help you get rid of your achilles tendon pain and discomfort and get back to your sports faster!
Contact Ace Physio today!
Tel: 647-884-5005
http://www.acephysio.com
info@acephysio.com
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