achiles tendinopathy Flashcards
1
Q
what does achilles tendon do
A
connects calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel (calcaneus bone)
2
Q
what is achiles tendinopathy
A
damage, swelling, inflammation and reduced function in achilles
3
Q
two types of achilles tendinopathy
A
insertion tendinopathy (within 2cm of insertion)
mid-portion tendinopathy (2-6cm above insertion point )
4
Q
risk factors
A
sports that stress achilles: basketball, tennis, track athletics
inflammatory conditions: RA
diabetes
high cholesterol
fluoroquinolone antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin)
5
Q
presentation
A
pain/aching stiffness tenderness swelling nodularity on palpation
6
Q
management options
A
rest ice analgesia orthotics shock wave therapy surgery - remove nodules + adhesions
