What treatment options are available for tendonitis?
October 23, 2022 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Emma Hacker
Dear doctor,
My name is Karl Ullmann and I am reaching out to you because I have been suffering from tendonitis for some time now. I am a passionate runner and have started doing more interval training a few weeks ago. Since then, I have been feeling pain in my Achilles tendon, especially when running and climbing stairs. The pain has become so intense that it even affects me when walking.
I am very worried that this tendonitis could have long-term effects on my athletic performance. I have already tried to reduce the strain and rest, but the pain does not seem to improve.
Could you please explain to me what treatment options are available for tendonitis and which ones could be best suited for me? Are there specific exercises or physical therapy that could help alleviate the inflammation and speed up the healing process? Should I take a break from running or are there ways I can continue training despite the tendonitis?
Thank you in advance for your support and advice.
Sincerely,
Karl Ullmann
Dear Karl Ullmann,
Thank you for your message and your trust. I am sorry to hear that you are suffering from tendonitis, causing pain when running and climbing stairs. Achilles tendonitis can indeed be very painful and impair athletic performance, so it is important that you take care of it.
There are various treatment options for tendonitis, which can be applied depending on the severity and individual situation. One of the most important measures is reducing the load to avoid worsening the inflammation. This means that in your case, it is probably advisable to take a break from running until the pain has subsided and the tendon can regenerate.
Physiotherapy can be very helpful for tendonitis, as targeted exercises and massages can improve circulation and support the healing of the tendon. A physiotherapist can also help correct misalignments or muscle imbalances that may have led to the inflammation.
In addition, cold therapy, ultrasound treatments, or shockwave therapy can be used to relieve inflammation. In some cases, taking anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen may also be helpful in reducing symptoms.
It is important to be patient and give the tendon enough time to heal. Once the pain has subsided and you no longer have any complaints, you can slowly start running again. However, it is advisable to gradually increase the load and pay attention to warning signals from your body to avoid a recurrence of inflammation.
I recommend that you consult a doctor specializing in sports medicine to receive an accurate diagnosis and create an individual therapy plan. Stay patient and listen to your body, so that you can soon run pain-free again.
I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery.
Best regards,
Emma Hacker
