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What
is
Retrocalcaneal bursits?
Achilles tendon bursitis is a
common foot pain in athletes, particularly runners. It can often be
mistaken for Achilles tendinitis or can also occur in conjunction with
Achilles tendinitis. A bursa is a small sack of fluid that goes between
a tendon and a bone in the feet to help the tendon move smoothly over
the bone. The retrocalcaneal bursa in situated in the feet between the
Achilles tendon and the calcaneus (heel bone). With repeated trauma the
bursa can become inflamed.
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The red area shows the inflammed
section of the achilles. |
What
to look out for?
- Pain at the back of the heels
especially when running uphill or on soft surfaces.
- Tenderness and swelling which
might make it difficult to wear certain shoes on the feet.
- When pressing fingers in both
sides of the heel a spongy resistance may be felt.
What can
the traceur do?
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Rest and apply cold therapy or
ice.
- See a sports injury professional
straight away who can advise on treatment and rehab.
What
can be done by a specialist?
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory
medication e.g. ibuprofen.
- Advise on recovery and
rehabilitation.
- Use ultrasound treatment.
- Give a steroid injection.
- Operate if it is really bad and
persistent.
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