Achilles Tendon [P]Rehab! | Episode 23

The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon of the body for a good reason, it takes much of the load when we are running, jumping, or even walking! This tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel assisting with force transmission and acts like a spring when you push your foot off the floor. Achilles Tendinopathy is when the Achilles tendon is irritated or painful. The majority of individuals that suffer from Achilles Tendinopathy are active individuals, from the weekend warrior to the high-level athlete. Achilles Tendinopathy seems to be as high as 7-30% in runners, % in soccer players, and 12.5% in rock climbers. This video will show you an evidence-based approach to how to rehab achilles tendinopathy. While Achilles Tendinopathy is a straight forward diagnosis, there is no consensus on the most effective way of intervening. When we dive into the literature we find numerous interventions including stretching, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, patient education/activity-modificat