Medi-Dyne Pain Solution and Treatment for Heel, Back, and Shins

What Causes Achilles Tendonitis?

The Achilles tendon, located on the leg, attaches the calf muscle to the heel bone. Achilles tendonitis is a repetitive strain (overuse) injury involving lower leg muscles and tendons at the point where they attach to the bone, resulting in pain at the back of the ankle. Chronic overuse can lead to small tears within the tendon causing long-term weakening, making the tendon susceptible to rupture, which could result in a need for surgery.

Lack of flexibility and overpronation are two of the most common causes of chronic Achilles tendonitis. Achilles tendonitis may be caused by a single incident of overstressing the tendon, or it may result from a series of stresses that produce small tears over time (overuse).

Other risk factors and causes include:

• Poor conditioning
• Overuse
• Stressful surfaces
• High-heels

How can Achilles tendonitis be prevented or treated?

• As with all injuries, prevention is your best defense especially with injuries that are as painful and inconvenient as Achilles tendonitis. Prevention options include:

• 1) Stetching. Stretching properly, starting slowly, and increasing gradually will be critical if you want to avoid Achilles tendonitis. To help maintain flexibility in the ankle joint, begin each day with a series of stretches and be certain to stretch prior to, and after, any exercise or excessive physical activity.

• 2) Orthotics and heel support. Bio-mechanically engineered inserts and heel cups which can be placed in your shoes to correct mis-alignments, or to bolster the support of your foot are available without a prescription. The temporary heel padding that these provide reduces the length that the Achilles tendon stretches each time you step, making it more comfortable to go about your daily routine.

• 3) Proper Footwear. Low-heeled shoes with good arch support and shock absorption are best for the health of your foot. Look into heel wedges and other shoe inserts to make sure that your everyday foot mechanics are operating under ideal conditions.

• Treatment options for Achilles tendonitis are focused on relieving suffering and promoting healing. If high heels are worn everyday, stretching should be done every morning and night to keep the Achilles tendon lengthened.

Medically Proven Solutions

ProStretch Plus™

The #1 Choice of Professional Athletes, Physical Therapists & Athletic Trainers.

ProStretch has been proven to provide a deep stretch that increases flexibility along the entire interconnective chain, delivering the long-term flexibility needed for a lasting heel pain solution.

StrengthRite™

Developed with the input of medical professionals, StrengthRite, with its unique design, delivers more than simple straps or bands. No other product on the market today enables you to strengthen the muscles that control all four motions this easily. And StrengthRite helps strengthen the muscles around the ankle, reducing the potential for shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis.

Tuli's® Heel Cups

The World's #1 Selling Heel Cup. The biomechanically designed Tuli's Heel Cup provides immediate relief by cushioning the area of pain and elevating the calcaneous (heel bone) to take pressure off the shins, lessening the tension and allowing you to regain flexibility. Tuli's patented multi-cell, multi-layer "waffle" design absorbs shock and returns impact energy just like the system naturally found in your feet.

Tuli's Classic Heel Cups - Classic support for everyday use.

Tuli's Heavy Duty Heel – Maximum support for athletic shoes, lace up shoes, and work boots.

TuliGel Heel Cups – Soft gel supports heels in dress shoes.

Heavy Duty TuliGel Heel Cups – Maximum support in a soft gel.

Tuli's Gaitors®

Tuli's Gaitors combines light-weight shock absorption with superior arch support in an ultra-thin carbon fiber orthotic that delivers long-lasting relief and comfort. The "most like nature" shock absorption of Tuli's Gaitors is why they're the doctor's #1 choice in off-the-shelf orthotic solutions.

Gaitors ¾ Length - Shock absorption and arch support in an ultra-thin orthotic that fits any shoe.

Gaitors Full Length - Shock absorption and arch support in an ultra-thin orthotic that fits any shoe.

NOTE: Consult your doctor before starting any exercise program. It's important to resume your usual activities gradually. If your body isn't completely healed, returning to your usual activities too quickly may only cause continued pain.