Dr. Stephen Wagstaff
Foot & Ankle Sports Medicine
Podiatrist - Greenbrae
1363 South Eliseo Dr. Suite C
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 925-1150
Podiatrist - Healdsburg
455 March Ave Suite C
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707) 433-8860

Dr. Stephen Wagstaff
Foot & Ankle Sports Medicine
Podiatrist - Greenbrae
1363 South Eliseo Dr. Suite C
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 925-1150
Podiatrist - Healdsburg
455 March Ave Suite C
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707) 433-8860
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body and can withstand forces of 1,000 pounds or more. It also is the most frequently ruptured tendon, usually as a result of a sports injury. Both professional and weekend athletes may suffer from Achilles tendonitis, a common overuse injury and inflammation of the tendon.
Events that can cause Achilles tendonitis may include:
Achilles tendonitis often begins with mild pain after exercise or running that gradually worsens. Other symptoms include:
Treatment normally includes:
In extreme cases, surgery is performed to remove the fibrous tissue and repair any tears.