2006-10-30 21:17:46 · 5 answers · asked by genieejj 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
There is a condition called plantar fascitis, that can cause severe pain in the achilles tendon, and also in the arch of the foot. There are several modes of treatment, and it is not due to an injury but is an ongoing problem esp when one does not wear shoes with the proper arch support and fit. Esp if one goes barefoot a lot.
Worth checking into.
And, of course, if pain continues, consult a physician
2006-10-30 21:21:30 · answer #1 · answered by Pichi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If he's athletic he could have done so. The achilles tendon in humans operates with low safety factors, so is quite susceptible to damage, either acutely, or chronic damage from fatigue stress. Or he could be suffering from tendonitis, which is just inflammation of the tendon, but that can hurt like buggery!
2006-10-31 05:22:50 · answer #2 · answered by killer penguin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
has he gone to doctor to seek care for achilles tendon? it could be that he rupture the tendon. if i had more information on where pain is located i could give you a direct source, however why don't you try going to myfootshop.com for some great articles on foot care. use the source below for link to site and tool around to see if it helps you any. good luck!
2006-10-31 13:31:03 · answer #3 · answered by gina m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's your dad complaining of actually? Need more info, please. Anyway, If you suspect achilles tendon injury ask him to tip toe. If he can't on the involved leg, then maybe he has tendon injury.
2006-10-31 05:50:00 · answer #4 · answered by Rene B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
he can go see his doctor and she/he will tell him what it could be ;P
2006-10-31 05:19:58 · answer #5 · answered by Okie Dokie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋