Achilles Pain (Achilles Tendonitis)

Inflammation and degeneration of the Achilles tendon.

Causes

• Causes Repeated stress
• Prolonged periods of standing
• Over pronation
• Inappropriate shoes

Symptoms

Shooting, burning or piercing pain

Treatments

Apply the RICE principle. Use Sorbothane® Sorbo-Pro to maintain optimum pronation control or Heel Pads to provide lift and reduce strain on the Achilles.