Achilles Pain Treatments

New York, NY

Introduction to Achilles Pain

At AIRE Podiatry Studio in Tampa, we understand that Achilles tendon pain can significantly impact your daily life. Whether you’re walking, exercising, or standing, even slight Achilles pain can be frustrating and warrant treatment. If you are struggling with mild to severe Achilles pain that is getting in the way of your life, board-certified specialists Dr. Mona Ramani and Dr. Erin Koprince can address your pain and discomfort with our Achilles pain treatment.

Achilles pain might be more common than you think, especially because it can happen to anyone. When you come to AIRE Podiatry Studio, we’ll ensure your treatment is tailored to your individual needs.

What is Achilles Pain?

Achilles pain is a common, often chronic, discomfort, irritation, or inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Achilles pain is typically caused by repetitive strain or overloading while doing activities like running, walking, and jumping. It often manifests as stiffness, soreness, or burning in the back of the leg or above the heel, and usually worsens with continued strain.

Since Achilles pain affects these regular activities, it can be a huge physical and mental burden, whether it’s from a sudden injury or has developed steadily over time. At AIRE Podiatry Studio, we aim to address the underlying cause of your condition and treat it based on your unique anatomy, lifestyle, goals, and areas of discomfort.

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Differences Between Achilles Pains

Achilles pain can occur for a plethora of reasons, and we treat a wide variety of these conditions. We’ve outlined some of the most common reasons why people have Achilles pain, including the following:

Tendinitis

Achilles tendinitis is a painful overuse injury that results in inflammation and irritation of the large tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. It’s usually caused by repetitive strain, increased activity, or tight muscles, which can lead to stiffness, heel pain, and swelling.

Achilles tendinitis is treated with adequate rest, anti-inflammatory medication, physical therapy, and specialized prescription shoe inserts.

Partial Tear

It’s possible for a partial tear to occur abruptly or after extended tendinitis. A partial tear feels like a sharp pain or pop in the back of the leg. Afterward, it will be difficult to push yourself off the foot, and you may feel weak.

An MRI or ultrasound will be performed to determine if you have a partial tear. To treat a partial tear, non-surgical or minimally invasive options can be used.

Bursitis

Retrocalcaneal bursitis is the inflammation of the small, fluid-filled sac located between the heel bone and Achilles tendon. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and tenderness at the back of the heel and are caused by overuse, tight muscles, or friction from shoes.

To treat bursitis, you may need to modify certain activities, change shoes, or receive injections to help reduce inflammation.

Haglund’s Deformity

Haglund’s deformity is a condition characterized by a bony enlargement on the back of the heel, which can irritate the Achilles tendon and surrounding tissues. It can be particularly uncomfortable when wearing tight or rigid shoes.

Haglund’s deformity can be addressed in several ways, including physical therapy, heel lifts, orthotics, or even surgery to remove excess bone and alleviate pressure and friction on the tendon.

What Are the Benefits of Achilles Pain Treatment?

Achilles pain can grow incrementally worse, so it’s incredibly important to get treatment as soon as possible. Early treatment can help prevent future injury and long-term damage, and eliminate chronic injury. Our advanced techniques result in several benefits for our Tampa patients, including:

Alleviate pain and reduce inflammation
Easier mobility and flexibility
Renewed strength and function
Prevention of future tendon rupture or aggravating existing injury
Individualized plan to recover efficiently and produce long-lasting results

We recommend only the treatments necessary for your healing and recovery, and surgical intervention only if applicable.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Achilles Pain Treatment?

The best candidates for our Achilles pain treatment in Tampa are individuals who have the characteristics below:

Persistent pain in their calf or heel that increases with activity
Stiffness or swelling near the Achilles tendon
Have felt a pop, tear, or abrupt pain in the heel that hurts
Struggle with walking, running, or using stairs, specifically due to pain in the heel
Shoes that feel uncomfortable at the back of the heel

To ensure you are a good candidate for one of our several Achilles pain treatments, Dr. Ramani will conduct an in-depth analysis of your condition.

What’s the First Step?

The first step you will need to take to get Achilles pain treatment at AIRE Podiatry Studio in Tampa is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ramani. As you discuss the treatments and go over your symptoms, she will thoroughly examine your ankle and surrounding areas, perform imaging, and come to a conclusion about the root cause of your concerns.

Then, Dr. Ramani will create a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs, symptoms, and anatomy. The treatment plan will include things like which technique we’ll use, how to modify your lifestyle, and the number of physical therapy appointments.

What to Expect From an Achilles Pain Treatment

Your Achilles pain treatment might look different from other patients’, as we tailor our treatments to each patient’s individual needs. We only recommend surgery if necessary, so patients typically begin with a non-invasive treatment, such as:

- RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)

Physical therapy and stretching

Custom orthotics or supportive footwear

Anti-inflammatory medications

Ultrasound or shockwave therapy

If you have a moderate injury, we’ll go over the minimally invasive procedures that can help your condition. At each appointment, we aim to educate our patients to help them understand why we make our recommendations.

How Much Does Achilles Pain Cost in Tampa, FL?

The cost of Achilles pain treatment in Tampa usually looks different for each patient. More invasive treatments, such as surgery, will cost more than minimally invasive and non-invasive treatments that use less equipment, little to no anesthesia, and require fewer appointments. Though many of our treatments are covered by insurance, you should always check ahead of time to understand what your plan covers.

We’ll go over the estimated cost of your Achilles pain treatment during your consultation and find a solution that fits within your budget without any surprise fees or hidden costs.

Why Choose AIRE Podiatry Studio?

At AIRE Podiatry Studio in Tampa, we help our patients recover from a wide variety of ankle injuries and overuse that lead to Achilles pain and several other foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Mona Ramani proudly helps her patients get back on their feet and feel a renewed sense of confidence and peace of mind as they resume regular activities and tasks.

Whether you have only recently started feeling pain or it’s been growing for years, we carefully consider all of the possible treatments that could help your condition, taking ample time to understand your experience. We offer non-invasive, minimally invasive, and surgical options all in one location. Your treatment and recovery plan is always unique to your needs and goals, and we thoroughly enjoy helping you find lasting confidence and improved mobility.

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Whether your Achilles pain is minor, moderate, or severe, waiting to get help can make your symptoms worse. Schedule your consultation at AIRE Podiatry Studio in Tampa today, and you’ll be amazed at how much better you’ll feel after getting treatment.

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