I do not know the cause of my injury, but I have had achilles tendonitis for 1 1/2 years. I've tried Alleve, Motrin, and most recently a Medrol pack. I wear a short splint on the ankle at night, heel lifts, and was just given a warrior boot to wear when walking. I went to physical therapy for 3 months, I do stretches, had Ionto therapy, ultrasound therapy, and manual therapy. I hurt like a bugger and have a hard time walking , esp. after sitting or sleeping, until things loosen up.
What kinds of things have you found to provide relief, and how long did your symptoms last? I heard this could take as many as 5 years to heal from my doctor, and surgery is not a good option, nor are cortisone shots, as they'll only weaken the already weakened tendon.
Serious answers only please. Thanks
2006-08-28 02:42:41 · 4 answers · asked by busymama 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I had it when I was younger and yes - it does hurt like hell. I was diagnosed when I was 7 and was in a lot of pain when I tried to run around with the other kids. None of the physio excersises helped and it just went away by itself about 3 years later. I still get occasional flare ups but nowhere near as bad as before. So don't worry - it'll probably get better or disappear entirely as you get older!
2006-08-28 04:56:57 · answer #1 · answered by Emma :) 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I sympathize with you. It is very painful. I've had it for 13 years due to 6 foot surgery's. All the doctors say there is nothing they can do for me so live with it. I do use a "TENS' unit & it helps to temporally ease the pain but does not cure. Good luck to you.It "IS NOT "a laughing matter.
2006-08-28 11:48:38 · answer #2 · answered by don 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Right now, Im sore all over !! Im getting old !!
2006-08-28 09:46:38 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i'm suffering
2006-08-28 11:35:23 · answer #4 · answered by chancethepug 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋