the Achilles tendon
inserts to the heel in the back of your leg.
Achilles tendonitis can happen gradually and be
degenerative of the tendon with no history of
trauma. Usual symptoms are shooting, burning
and/or extreme piercing pain. Left
untreated Achilles tendonitis can weaken or even
rupture the tendon.
repetitive
activities that stress the tendon or even
standing for long periods of time can aggravate
this condition.
Most often people
that suffer from this condition have very
painful first steps when getting out of bed or
after sitting for long periods of time.
