Achilles Tendinopathy
An overview of what published studies describe for Achilles Tendinopathy — exercises with their evidence strength, plus prevention insights. Educational information, not medical advice.
Exercises from studies: 12 · Prevention insights: 8
Exercises from studies
Exercise approaches that clinical studies investigated for this condition, with the strength of the evidence.
Balance & Proprioception (Home)
Limited evidenceSMT can therefore be recommended as part of a multimodal treatment strategy protocol in patients suffering from Achilles tendinopathy
Evidence base: three randomized controlled trials · Source: PubMed 39119510
Cryotherapy (Self-Applied)
Limited evidenceEE vibration training programme and cryotherapy with EE produced a thickness and CSA increase at 0, 2, 4, and 6 cm in maximal isometric contraction and at rest in subjects with chronic mid-portion AT.
Source: PubMed 30790440
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What research links to lower or higher risk — described from published studies.
Maintenance Exercise Program (Eccentric/HSR)
Risk factor in studiesThis study suggested that calf-muscle exercise therapy may be worth continuing even after symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy have resolved.
Training Load Management
Risk factor in studiesThis study describes tracking complaints tied to (sports) activities with a pain scale and modifying those activities according to what the scale showed.
Patient Education & Load Management
Risk factor in studiesThis study suggested that basic management span at least 12 weeks and combine three components: education for the patient, management of load, and exercise therapy for the calf muscles.
Balance & Proprioception Training
Risk factor in studiessensorimotor training combined with education showed improvements in VISA-A scores
Footwear / Heel Lifts / Orthoses
Risk factor in studiesThis systematic review describes orthoses as not recommended for improving pain and function in Achilles tendinopathy.
Fluoroquinolone & Statin Risk Awareness
Risk factor in studiesThis study reported that taking fluoroquinolones carries a heightened risk of tendon disorders.
Gradual Return-to-Sport Progression
Risk factor in studiesAccording to this study, resuming sport within days is linked to a higher chance of recurrence.
Calf Stretching & Flexibility
Risk factor in studiespassive static stretching of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles
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