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Suggest Treatment For Pain Near Achilles Tendon

My 11 year old son has pain near or at his achilles tendon. He can not run without it causing pain. The condition has been ongoing for 2 weeks…not improving not appearing to worsen. There has been no trauma to the area that he can recall. He is very athletic, with an athletic build, not overweight. he played baseball earlier this summer.
Thu, 10 Sep 2015
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Welcome to healthcaremagic, as per your query, here are some remedies for painful Achilles tendinitis
1.Rest your Achilles tendon. Avoid all activities that strain the tendon, such as stair climbing or running.
2.Reduce pain by icing your Achilles tendon and taking nonprescription pain relievers such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as directed.
3.Follow your physical therapy program if one has been prescribed for you.
4.Do gentle stretching and strengthening exercises. Focus on calf stretches
5.Wear footwear that protects the tendon while it heals.Quality athletic shoes that support your arches and cushion your heels can make a big difference in your comfort and healing.

Visit a orthopaedic surgeon if problem persist
Hoping your query is solved
Get well soon.
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Suggest Treatment For Pain Near Achilles Tendon

Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic, as per your query, here are some remedies for painful Achilles tendinitis 1.Rest your Achilles tendon. Avoid all activities that strain the tendon, such as stair climbing or running. 2.Reduce pain by icing your Achilles tendon and taking nonprescription pain relievers such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as directed. 3.Follow your physical therapy program if one has been prescribed for you. 4.Do gentle stretching and strengthening exercises. Focus on calf stretches 5.Wear footwear that protects the tendon while it heals.Quality athletic shoes that support your arches and cushion your heels can make a big difference in your comfort and healing. Visit a orthopaedic surgeon if problem persist Hoping your query is solved Get well soon.